Renewal guidance

California CNA online CE guidance

• California CNA renewal generally follows a 2-year certification cycle.
• California CNA renewal requires 48 total CE/In-Service hours.
• At least 12 hours must generally be completed during each year of the certification period.
• A maximum of 24 CE Units may generally be completed online during the 2-year certification period.
• Remaining CE requirements may need employer/in-person/in-service training depending on CDPH requirements.

You may still need additional employer/in-person/in-service hours depending on your renewal status and CDPH requirements.

CDPH resources

• CDPH 283A CE/In-Service Tracking Form
• CDPH 283C CNA/HHA Renewal Application
• CDPH Online Submission Portal
• CAL ACE Continuing Education (CEU)