Colorado CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Colorado you need to satisfy the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations)'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 Colorado requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations) |
No continuing-education hours are required. Instead the Nurse Practice Act imposes a continued-competency standard: a CNA must perform at least eight hours of paid service as a certified nursing assistant during each renewal cycle.
Full CNA renewal guide for Colorado (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Colorado 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.
Colorado CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Colorado?
Colorado does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. No continuing-education hours are required. Instead the Nurse Practice Act imposes a continued-competency standard: a CNA must perform at least eight hours of paid service as a certified nursing assistant during each renewal cycle.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Colorado?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Colorado CNA CE?
Colorado generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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