Maine CNA CE Courses (2026)

To renew your CNA license in Maine you need to satisfy the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers (Maine DHHS, Division of Licensing and Certification)'s in-service / continuing-education training requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying training. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.

What Maine requires for CNA renewal

In-service / CE required	No single fixed hour count — see details
Renewal cycle	24 months
Governing body	Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers (Maine DHHS, Division of Licensing and Certification)

To renew, a CNA must have completed at least 8 hours of qualified (paid) employment in a health-care setting under RN supervision within the 24-month period. (Nursing facilities must separately provide at least 12 hours/year of in-service, but that is an employer obligation, not a self-documented renewal prerequisite.)

Full CNA renewal guide for Maine (deadlines, fees & CE) →

Maine CNA CE course providers

Heads-up: These are independent, third-party CE providers — we are not affiliated with them and don't guarantee approval. Always confirm a course is accepted by the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers (Maine DHHS, Division of Licensing and Certification) before purchasing.

Medline University
Free and low-cost in-service training modules for nurse aides.
CEUfast — Nurse Aide
In-service and continuing-education courses for nursing assistants.
Elite Learning — CNA In-Service
CNA in-service training packages covering federally required topics.
Relias
Employer-oriented in-service and competency training widely used in long-term care.

Maine CNA CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my CNA license in Maine?

Maine does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for CNA renewal. To renew, a CNA must have completed at least 8 hours of qualified (paid) employment in a health-care setting under RN supervision within the 24-month period. (Nursing facilities must separately provide at least 12 hours/year of in-service, but that is an employer obligation, not a self-documented renewal prerequisite.)

Do online CNA CE courses count in Maine?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers (Maine DHHS, Division of Licensing and Certification). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my Maine CNA CE?

Maine generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers (Maine DHHS, Division of Licensing and Certification).

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers (Maine DHHS, Division of Licensing and Certification). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

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CNA CE courses in another state

All states: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) renewal