CNA License Renewal in Tennessee (2026)

CNA license renewal in Tennessee is handled by the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide 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.

Tennessee CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	CNA certification is valid for 24 months and renews every two years. To renew, the aide must verify at least eight hours of paid work during the prior 24 months in a licensed or certified healthcare facility.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	see board (fee not fixed/published)
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry

Go to the official Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry. manual review of TN Health Facilities Commission Nurse Aide Registry page.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in Tennessee

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.

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How to renew your CNA license in Tennessee

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: No renewal fee is published on the official registry page. Renewal processing is moving vendors — to a TMU/Tenable system as of March 2025 and to Credentia as of June 1, 2026. The registry is administered under the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission, Division of Licensure and Regulation.

CNA license renewal in Tennessee: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in Tennessee?

Tennessee CNA licenses renew every 24 months. CNA certification is valid for 24 months and renews every two years. To renew, the aide must verify at least eight hours of paid work during the prior 24 months in a licensed or certified healthcare facility.

Can I renew my Tennessee CNA license online?

Yes — Tennessee offers online renewal through the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Tennessee CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission — Nurse Aide Registry promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) renewal