CNA License Renewal in Virginia (2026)

CNA license renewal in Virginia is handled by the Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions), which requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)s to renew every 12 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.

Virginia CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Annual, by the certificate's expiration date. The board mails a renewal notice at least 30 days before expiration, but non-receipt does not excuse late renewal.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$30.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions)

Go to the official Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions). manual review of Virginia DHP nurse-aide rules 18VAC90-25-80 / 18VAC90-25-16.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in Virginia

Virginia does not require CE or in-service hours for certified nurse aides. To renew you submit the application, fee, and an attestation that you performed nursing-related activities for compensation within the prior two years. An aide who has not done paid nursing-related work in that period must pass the nurse aide competency evaluation before recertifying. (Federal CMS rules require 48 hours of in-service every two years for aides in certified facilities, but that is not a board renewal condition.)

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How to renew your CNA license in Virginia

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions) 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: In Virginia the CNA is certified by the Virginia Board of Nursing (DHP), not a separate aide-registry agency, and renewal is annual. Fee $30 per 18VAC90-25-16. No separate CNA late fee is published (only a $50 returned-payment handling fee).

CNA license renewal in Virginia: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in Virginia?

Virginia CNA licenses renew every 12 months. Annual, by the certificate's expiration date. The board mails a renewal notice at least 30 days before expiration, but non-receipt does not excuse late renewal.

Can I renew my Virginia CNA license online?

Yes — Virginia offers online renewal through the Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Virginia CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Virginia Board of Nursing (Department of Health Professions) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) renewal