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Rhode Island vs Washington for CNA Licensing

Total Fees
$175
RI
vs
$241
WA
Timeline
4-10 wks
RI
vs
4-10 wks
WA
Renewal Fee
$25
RI
vs
$75
WA

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Rhode Island Washington
Total Fees $175 $241
Application Fee $25 $75
Exam Fee $115 $116
Processing Time 4-10 weeks 4-10 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 1 years
Renewal Fee $25 $75
CE Hours N/A N/A

Key Differences

Cost

Rhode Island is $66 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Rhode Island

Renewal Cost

Rhode Island has lower renewal fees at $25 per cycle.

Winner: Rhode Island

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Rhode Island $175
vs Washington ($241)
Faster Processing
Rhode Island 4-10 wks
vs Washington (4-10 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Rhode Island $25
vs Washington ($75)

Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Department of Health - Nurse Aide Registry

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Washington Board

Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission - Nurse Aide Registry

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