If i have completed an Licensed Practical Nursing program can i work as a Certified Nursing Assistant?

I have not taken the NCLEX yet but i need to start working. I am wondering do i need to pay the fee to test out to work as a CNA in the mean time can anyone with steps on how to do this?

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