New York vs Wyoming for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$200

$205

Timeline

6-14 wks

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

N/A

$50

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	New York	Wyoming
Total Fees	$200 ✓	$205
Application Fee	N/A	$50
Exam Fee	$125	$105 ✓
Processing Time	6-14 weeks	4-8 weeks ✓
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	N/A	$50
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

New York is $5 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: New York

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Processing Speed

Wyoming processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Wyoming

Category Winners

Lower Cost

New York $200

vs Wyoming ($205)

Faster Processing

Wyoming 4-8 wks

vs New York (6-14 wks)

New York Board

New York State Department of Health - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full New York CNA requirements →

Wyoming Board

Wyoming State Board of Nursing - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Wyoming CNA requirements →

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