Missouri CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Missouri you need to satisfy the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services — 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 Missouri requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services — CNA Registry |
To stay active, a CNA must show at least eight hours of paid nursing-related service within every 24-month period; without it, certification becomes inactive (about a 2-year gap) or expired (about a 5-year gap, requiring the full course again). CNAs employed in long-term care must separately complete 12 hours of in-service per year, but that is an employer obligation tracked by the facility, not the registry renewal condition.
Full CNA renewal guide for Missouri (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Missouri 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.
Missouri CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Missouri?
Missouri does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. To stay active, a CNA must show at least eight hours of paid nursing-related service within every 24-month period; without it, certification becomes inactive (about a 2-year gap) or expired (about a 5-year gap, requiring the full course again). CNAs employed in long-term care must separately complete 12 hours of in-service per year, but that is an employer obligation tracked by the facility, not the registry renewal condition.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Missouri?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services — CNA Registry. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Missouri CNA CE?
Missouri generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services — CNA Registry.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services — CNA Registry. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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