North Dakota vs South Dakota for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$171

$173

Timeline

4-10 wks

Renewal Fee

$40

$25

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	North Dakota	South Dakota
Total Fees	$171 ✓	$173
Application Fee	N/A	$25
Exam Fee	$105	$105
Processing Time	4-10 weeks	4-10 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$40	$25 ✓
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

North Dakota is $2 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: North 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 Dakota $171

vs South Dakota ($173)

Faster Processing

North Dakota 4-10 wks

vs South Dakota (4-10 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

South Dakota $25

vs North Dakota ($40)

North Dakota Board

North Dakota Board of Nursing - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full North Dakota CNA requirements →

South Dakota Board

South Dakota Board of Nursing - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full South Dakota CNA requirements →

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