California vs Rhode Island for CNS Licensing
Total Fees
$500
CA
vs
$135
RI
Timeline
4-8 wks
CA
vs
4-8 wks
RI
Renewal Fee
$150
CA
vs
$135
RI
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | California | Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $500 | $135 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $500 | $135 ✓ |
| Exam Fee | N/A | N/A |
| Processing Time | 4-8 weeks | 4-8 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $150 | $135 ✓ |
| CE Hours | 30 hrs | 20 hrs ✓ |
| NLC Compact Member | No | No |
Key Differences
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Cost
Rhode Island is $365 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Rhode Island
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Renewal Cost
Rhode Island has lower renewal fees at $135 per cycle.
Winner: Rhode Island
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Rhode Island $135
vs California ($500)
Faster Processing
California 4-8 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Rhode Island $135
vs California ($150)
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