Hawaii CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Hawaii you need to satisfy the Hawaii State Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Prometric for DCCA)'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 Hawaii requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Hawaii State Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Prometric for DCCA) |
Renewal is work-based, not CE-based: the aide must have worked for pay performing nursing, nursing-related services, and/or direct patient care under a licensed/registered nurse for at least 8 hours during the prior 24 months. An aide who can't document this must complete a 24-hour competency course or show 24 hours of CE with a skills review.
Full CNA renewal guide for Hawaii (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Hawaii 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.
Hawaii CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Hawaii?
Hawaii does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. Renewal is work-based, not CE-based: the aide must have worked for pay performing nursing, nursing-related services, and/or direct patient care under a licensed/registered nurse for at least 8 hours during the prior 24 months. An aide who can't document this must complete a 24-hour competency course or show 24 hours of CE with a skills review.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Hawaii?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Hawaii State Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Prometric for DCCA). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Hawaii CNA CE?
Hawaii generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Hawaii State Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Prometric for DCCA).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Hawaii State Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Prometric for DCCA). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Hawaii State Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Prometric for DCCA) site →