Kentucky vs Wisconsin for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$172

$168

Timeline

4-8 wks

6-12 wks

Renewal Fee

$20

N/A

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Kentucky	Wisconsin
Total Fees	$172	$168 ✓
Application Fee	$20	N/A
Exam Fee	$112 ✓	$118
Processing Time	4-8 weeks ✓	6-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$20	N/A
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Wisconsin is $4 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Wisconsin

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Processing Speed

Kentucky processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Kentucky

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Wisconsin $168

vs Kentucky ($172)

Faster Processing

Kentucky 4-8 wks

vs Wisconsin (6-12 wks)

Kentucky Board

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services / Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Kentucky CNA requirements →

Wisconsin Board

Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Wisconsin CNA requirements →

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