Idaho CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Idaho you need to satisfy the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA 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 Idaho requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry |
No fixed CE/in-service hour count is required for renewal. The aide must show paid work — a minimum of 8 hours of paid nursing or nursing-related services within the 24-month period — verified by the employer's signature on the renewal form (or W-2s/pay stubs).
Full CNA renewal guide for Idaho (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Idaho 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.
Idaho CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Idaho?
Idaho does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. No fixed CE/in-service hour count is required for renewal. The aide must show paid work — a minimum of 8 hours of paid nursing or nursing-related services within the 24-month period — verified by the employer's signature on the renewal form (or W-2s/pay stubs).
Do online CNA CE courses count in Idaho?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Idaho CNA CE?
Idaho generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry site →