North Dakota CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in North Dakota you need to satisfy the North Dakota Dept of Health and Human Services — Nurse Aide Registry (Health Facilities Unit)'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 North Dakota requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | North Dakota Dept of Health and Human Services — Nurse Aide Registry (Health Facilities Unit) |
No CE/in-service hour requirement for renewal. The aide must have performed at least 8 hours of paid nursing or nursing-related services within a continuous 24-month period; otherwise they must complete an approved training and competency evaluation to renew.
Full CNA renewal guide for North Dakota (deadlines, fees & CE) →
North Dakota 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.
North Dakota CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in North Dakota?
North Dakota does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. No CE/in-service hour requirement for renewal. The aide must have performed at least 8 hours of paid nursing or nursing-related services within a continuous 24-month period; otherwise they must complete an approved training and competency evaluation to renew.
Do online CNA CE courses count in North Dakota?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the North Dakota Dept of Health and Human Services — Nurse Aide Registry (Health Facilities Unit). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my North Dakota CNA CE?
North Dakota generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the North Dakota Dept of Health and Human Services — Nurse Aide Registry (Health Facilities Unit).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the North Dakota Dept of Health and Human Services — Nurse Aide Registry (Health Facilities Unit). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.