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Pennsylvania vs Virginia for CNA Licensing

Total Fees
$147
PA
vs
$215
VA
Timeline
4-10 wks
PA
vs
6-12 wks
VA
Renewal Fee
N/A
PA
vs
$25
VA

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Pennsylvania Virginia
Total Fees $147 $215
Application Fee N/A $50
Exam Fee $102 $115
Processing Time 4-10 weeks 6-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 2 years
Renewal Fee N/A $25
CE Hours N/A N/A

Key Differences

Cost

Pennsylvania is $68 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Pennsylvania

Processing Speed

Pennsylvania processes applications in 4-10 weeks.

Winner: Pennsylvania

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Pennsylvania $147
vs Virginia ($215)
Faster Processing
Pennsylvania 4-10 wks
vs Virginia (6-12 wks)

Pennsylvania Board

Pennsylvania Department of Health - Nurse Aide Registry

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Virginia Board

Virginia Board of Nursing - Nurse Aide Registry

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