Certified Nursing Assistant License Cost in Delaware
Documented CNA license fees for Delaware are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with Delaware Division of Health Care Quality before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
CNA license cost — Delaware at a glance
| Pre-license education | 150 hrs required — tuition varies by school |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $35,740 (nursing assistants) |
Official source: Delaware Division of Health Care Quality ↗
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for nursing assistants is $35,740. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a CNA license cost in Delaware?
Documented fees for Delaware are not published in this dataset — check Delaware Division of Health Care Quality for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Delaware?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does CNA training cost in Delaware?
Delaware requires 150 hours of pre-license education. Tuition is set by each approved school and varies widely, so contact the programs on your state's approved list for current prices.
Is a CNA license in Delaware worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for nursing assistants is $35,740. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your CNA licensing in Delaware
Turn the fees above into a dated budget, then check what the Delaware board charges on top.
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This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Delaware Division of Health Care Quality and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).