CNA License Renewal in Washington (2026)

CNA license renewal in Washington is handled by the Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health, 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.

Washington CNA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Annual. In Washington the CNA credential is titled Nursing Assistant-Certified (NAC); it is due on or before the holder's birthday each year.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$95.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health

Go to the official Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health. manual review of WA DOH Nursing Assistant-Certified certification page.

Continuing-education requirements for CNAs in Washington

Washington publishes no continuing-education or in-service hour requirement for NAC renewal — the official DOH page states there are no CE requirements. No paid-work-hours requirement is published as a condition of routine annual NAC renewal.

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How to renew your CNA license in Washington

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health 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: The CNA credential is titled Nursing Assistant-Certified (NAC) and is regulated by the WA DOH / Board of Nursing. Annual renewal is $95 with a $50 late penalty, handled through the DOH online licensing system.

CNA license renewal in Washington: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CNA license in Washington?

Washington CNA licenses renew every 12 months. Annual. In Washington the CNA credential is titled Nursing Assistant-Certified (NAC); it is due on or before the holder's birthday each year.

Can I renew my Washington CNA license online?

Yes — Washington offers online renewal through the Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Washington CNA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $50 may apply. Contact the Washington State Board of Nursing (Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission), WA Dept of Health promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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