Pennsylvania CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Pennsylvania you need to satisfy the Pennsylvania Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Credentia)'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 Pennsylvania requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Pennsylvania Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Credentia) |
Renewal is not gated on CE hours; the condition is having worked for pay as a nurse aide for at least one documented day (8 consecutive hours) in an approved facility during the prior 24 months. Self-employed and private-duty work do not count. Federal/employer rules separately require 12 hours of in-service training per year, but that is an employment requirement, not a registry-renewal gate.
Full CNA renewal guide for Pennsylvania (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Pennsylvania 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.
Pennsylvania CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. Renewal is not gated on CE hours; the condition is having worked for pay as a nurse aide for at least one documented day (8 consecutive hours) in an approved facility during the prior 24 months. Self-employed and private-duty work do not count. Federal/employer rules separately require 12 hours of in-service training per year, but that is an employment requirement, not a registry-renewal gate.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Pennsylvania?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Credentia). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Pennsylvania CNA CE?
Pennsylvania generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Pennsylvania Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Credentia).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Pennsylvania Department of Health — Nurse Aide Registry (administered by Credentia). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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