Minnesota CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Minnesota you need to satisfy the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (Minnesota Department of Health)'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 Minnesota requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (Minnesota Department of Health) |
Minnesota imposes no in-service/CE hours requirement for registry maintenance — continued listing is based on a paid-work requirement of at least 8 paid nursing-assistant hours within each 24-month period, documented with a pay stub. The official page explicitly states orientation, training, and in-service hours do NOT count toward this work requirement.
Full CNA renewal guide for Minnesota (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Minnesota 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.
Minnesota CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Minnesota?
Minnesota does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. Minnesota imposes no in-service/CE hours requirement for registry maintenance — continued listing is based on a paid-work requirement of at least 8 paid nursing-assistant hours within each 24-month period, documented with a pay stub. The official page explicitly states orientation, training, and in-service hours do NOT count toward this work requirement.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Minnesota?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (Minnesota Department of Health). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Minnesota CNA CE?
Minnesota generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (Minnesota Department of Health).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (Minnesota Department of Health). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (Minnesota Department of Health) site →