CNA License Renewal in Idaho (2026)

CNA license renewal in Idaho is handled by the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry, which requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Idaho CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Certification is valid for 24 months, keyed to an expiration date calculated 24 months from the CNA's last day worked. Renew before expiration; the new expiration is set 24 months from the most recent last-day-worked date.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	see board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewal	Check board
Governing body	Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry

Go to the official Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry. manual review of Idaho DHW CNA Registry page.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in Idaho

No fixed CE/in-service hour count is required for renewal. The aide must show paid work — a minimum of 8 hours of paid nursing or nursing-related services within the 24-month period — verified by the employer's signature on the renewal form (or W-2s/pay stubs).

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How to renew your CNA license in Idaho

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: In Idaho, CNAs are overseen by the Dept of Health and Welfare (Idaho Nurse Aide Program), NOT the Board of Nursing; the board's page redirects CNA questions to DHW. There is no fee, and renewal is by paper form (mail, email, or fax) — no online portal.

CNA license renewal in Idaho: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in Idaho?

Idaho CNA licenses renew every 24 months. Certification is valid for 24 months, keyed to an expiration date calculated 24 months from the CNA's last day worked. Renew before expiration; the new expiration is set 24 months from the most recent last-day-worked date.

Can I renew my Idaho CNA license online?

Check the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry for the current renewal method.

What happens if I let my Idaho CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare — Idaho Nurse Aide Program / CNA Registry promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) renewal