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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing (DIAL) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your cna license from Illinois to Iowa
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| Requirement | Illinois (IL) | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | Must have completed at least 8 years of grade school or provide proof of equivalent knowledge; must be able to speak and understand English or a language understood by a substantial percentage of a facility's residents | Completion of a DIAL-approved NATCEP CNA training program |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIUC) – Illinois Nurse Aide Testing | Provider: Headmaster (D&S Diversified Technologies) for written/oral exam; Iowa community colleges for skills evaluation |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | training program fee: $500–$1,500; competency exam fee: $85; state registration fee: $0; total initial fees: $85; confidence: high; sources: https://www.cnalicense.org/by-state/illinois/ | training program fee: $500–$1,200; competency exam fee: 165; state registration fee: $0; total initial fees: 165; confidence: high; sources: https://dial.iowa.gov/licenses/medical/cnas; https://www.cnalicense.org/by-state/iowa/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements | Period: 2 years (24 months); Fee: $0 | Period: 2 years (24 months); Fee: $0 |
Data verified as of 2026-04-14. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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