California vs Tennessee for LVN Licensing
Total Fees
$469
CA
vs
$365
TN
Timeline
4-6 wks
CA
vs
4-6 wks
TN
Renewal Fee
$305
CA
vs
$100
TN
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | California | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $469 | $365 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $220 | $115 ✓ |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 4-6 weeks | 4-6 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $305 | $100 ✓ |
| CE Hours | 30 hrs | N/A |
| NLC Compact Member | No | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
Tennessee is $104 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Tennessee
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NLC Compact
Tennessee is an NLC compact state, allowing practice in multiple states with one license.
Winner: Tennessee
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Renewal Cost
Tennessee has lower renewal fees at $100 per cycle.
Winner: Tennessee
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Tennessee $365
vs California ($469)
Faster Processing
California 4-6 wks
vs Tennessee (4-6 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Tennessee $100
vs California ($305)
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