New Hampshire CNA CE Courses (2026)

To renew your CNA license in New Hampshire you need to satisfy the New Hampshire Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification)'s in-service / continuing-education training requirement — about 24 hours per 2-year cycle. 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 New Hampshire requires for CNA renewal

In-service / CE required24 hours per cycle
Renewal cycle24 months
CE tracking systemCE Broker
Governing bodyNew Hampshire Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification)

Unlike most CNA registries, NH's LNA has a real CE requirement: at least 12 contact hours per year (24 over two years) that enhance nursing-assistant knowledge and skills, or passing the state competency exam within two years. Plus at least 200 hours of nursing-assistant work under a licensed nurse within the prior two years.

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New Hampshire CNA CE course providers

Heads-up: These are independent, third-party CE providers — we are not affiliated with them and don't guarantee approval. Always confirm a course is accepted by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification) before purchasing.

New Hampshire CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire requires about 24 in-service hours per renewal cycle. Unlike most CNA registries, NH's LNA has a real CE requirement: at least 12 contact hours per year (24 over two years) that enhance nursing-assistant knowledge and skills, or passing the state competency exam within two years. Plus at least 200 hours of nursing-assistant work under a licensed nurse within the prior two years.

Do online CNA CE courses count in New Hampshire?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification) and the completion is reported through CE Broker. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my New Hampshire CNA CE?

New Hampshire uses CE Broker to track CNA continuing education. Make sure your completions post there before you renew.

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the New Hampshire Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

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