North Carolina vs South Dakota for CNA Licensing
Total Fees
$170
NC
vs
$173
SD
Timeline
4-12 wks
NC
vs
4-10 wks
SD
Renewal Fee
$35
NC
vs
$25
SD
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | North Carolina | South Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $170 ✓ | $173 |
| Application Fee | N/A | $25 |
| Exam Fee | $120 | $105 ✓ |
| Processing Time | 4-12 weeks | 4-10 weeks ✓ |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $35 | $25 ✓ |
| CE Hours | N/A | N/A |
Key Differences
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Cost
North Carolina is $3 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: North Carolina
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Processing Speed
South Dakota processes applications in 4-10 weeks.
Winner: South Dakota
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Renewal Cost
South Dakota has lower renewal fees at $25 per cycle.
Winner: South Dakota
Category Winners
Lower Cost
North Carolina $170
vs South Dakota ($173)
Faster Processing
South Dakota 4-10 wks
vs North Carolina (4-12 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
South Dakota $25
vs North Carolina ($35)
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