Alabama CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Alabama you need to satisfy the Alabama Department of Public Health — Nurse Aide Registry's in-service / continuing-education training requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying training. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Alabama requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Alabama Department of Public Health — Nurse Aide Registry |
There is no CE or in-service requirement for an individual to maintain registry status. The only standard is paid work — at least 8 hours of paid nursing-related service within the 24-month window in a qualifying setting (nursing home, hospital, home health, hospice, mental health), under nurse supervision. Volunteer, private-sitting, assisted-living, and physician-office work do not count.
Full CNA renewal guide for Alabama (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Alabama CNA CE course providers
- Medline University
Free and low-cost in-service training modules for nurse aides.
- CEUfast — Nurse Aide
In-service and continuing-education courses for nursing assistants.
- Elite Learning — CNA In-Service
CNA in-service training packages covering federally required topics.
- Relias
Employer-oriented in-service and competency training widely used in long-term care.
Alabama CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Alabama?
Alabama does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. There is no CE or in-service requirement for an individual to maintain registry status. The only standard is paid work — at least 8 hours of paid nursing-related service within the 24-month window in a qualifying setting (nursing home, hospital, home health, hospice, mental health), under nurse supervision. Volunteer, private-sitting, assisted-living, and physician-office work do not count.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Alabama?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Alabama Department of Public Health — Nurse Aide Registry. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Alabama CNA CE?
Alabama generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Alabama Department of Public Health — Nurse Aide Registry.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Alabama Department of Public Health — Nurse Aide Registry. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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