Tennessee CNA CE Courses (2026)
To renew your CNA license in Tennessee you need to satisfy the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide 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 Tennessee requires for CNA renewal
| In-service / CE required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry |
Tennessee's registry renewal does not require a set number of in-service or CE hours. The sole condition is verification of at least eight hours of paid work in a licensed/certified facility during the 24-month period, documented with a pay stub, payroll printout, or notarized attestation. Federal facility-based in-service training is an employer obligation, not a registry renewal requirement.
Full CNA renewal guide for Tennessee (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Tennessee 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.
Tennessee CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. Tennessee's registry renewal does not require a set number of in-service or CE hours. The sole condition is verification of at least eight hours of paid work in a licensed/certified facility during the 24-month period, documented with a pay stub, payroll printout, or notarized attestation. Federal facility-based in-service training is an employer obligation, not a registry renewal requirement.
Do online CNA CE courses count in Tennessee?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Tennessee CNA CE?
Tennessee generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry site →