Nebraska vs South Dakota for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$152

NE

vs

$173

SD

Timeline

4-10 wks

NE

vs

4-10 wks

SD

Renewal Fee

N/A

NE

vs

$25

SD

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Nebraska	South Dakota
Total Fees	$152 ✓	$173
Application Fee	N/A	$25
Exam Fee	$102 ✓	$105
Processing Time	4-10 weeks	4-10 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	N/A	$25
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Nebraska is $21 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Nebraska

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Nebraska $152

vs South Dakota ($173)

Faster Processing

Nebraska 4-10 wks

vs South Dakota (4-10 wks)

Nebraska Board

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Nebraska CNA requirements →

South Dakota Board

South Dakota Board of Nursing - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full South Dakota CNA requirements →

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