Alaska CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Alaska you need to satisfy the Alaska Board of Nursing — Nurse Aide Registry (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing)'s in-service / continuing-education training requirement — about 24 hours per 2-year cycle. 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 Alaska requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | 24 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Alaska Board of Nursing — Nurse Aide Registry (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing) |
Alaska's CNA has a real CE requirement: aides certified two or more years complete 24 CE contact hours AND at least 160 hours of paid CNA work during the cycle (12 CE hours for the first renewal of newer certs). Passing the Alaska competency exam can substitute for the employment hours, but CE is still required.
Full CNA renewal guide for Alaska (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Alaska 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.
Alaska CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Alaska?
Alaska requires about 24 in-service hours per renewal cycle. Alaska's CNA has a real CE requirement: aides certified two or more years complete 24 CE contact hours AND at least 160 hours of paid CNA work during the cycle (12 CE hours for the first renewal of newer certs). Passing the Alaska competency exam can substitute for the employment hours, but CE is still required.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Alaska?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Alaska Board of Nursing — Nurse Aide Registry (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Alaska CNA CE?
Alaska generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Alaska Board of Nursing — Nurse Aide Registry (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Alaska Board of Nursing — Nurse Aide Registry (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.