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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 Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) – Health Care Worker Registry directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your cna license from Missouri to Illinois
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| Requirement | Missouri (MO) | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | No specific education requirement; high school Vo-Tech students may be under 18 | 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 |
| Exam Requirements | Provider: D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) | Provider: Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SIUC) – Illinois Nurse Aide Testing |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | training program fee: $1,000-$2,000; competency exam fee: $125; state registration fee: $0; total initial fees: $125; confidence: high; sources: https://health.mo.gov/safety/cnaregistry/faqs.php; https://www.cnalicense.org/by-state/missouri/ | 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/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; Fee: $20 | Period: 2 years (24 months); Fee: $0 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. 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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