Kentucky vs New Jersey for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$172

$218

Timeline

4-8 wks

6-12 wks

Renewal Fee

$20

$30

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Kentucky	New Jersey
Total Fees	$172 ✓	$218
Application Fee	$20 ✓	$30
Exam Fee	$112 ✓	$120
Processing Time	4-8 weeks ✓	6-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$20 ✓	$30
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Kentucky is $46 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Kentucky

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Processing Speed

Kentucky processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Kentucky

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Renewal Cost

Kentucky has lower renewal fees at $20 per cycle.

Winner: Kentucky

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Kentucky $172

vs New Jersey ($218)

Faster Processing

Kentucky 4-8 wks

vs New Jersey (6-12 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Kentucky $20

vs New Jersey ($30)

Kentucky Board

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services / Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Kentucky CNA requirements →

New Jersey Board

New Jersey Department of Health - Nurse Aide Certification Program

Official Website →

Full New Jersey CNA requirements →

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Kentucky vs New Jersey for CNA Licensing

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Category Winners

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