Free Continuing Education Courses

At Network4Learning, we believe that high-quality professional education should be accessible to healthcare professionals. In addition to the continuing education programs we offer, many government agencies and public health organizations provide valuable educational programs at no cost. This page brings together selected free continuing education and professional training resources from trusted organizations, including state and federal agencies. These resources are provided as a convenience to help healthcare professionals locate required training, strengthen their clinical knowledge, and support lifelong learning.

Please note: Course availability, eligibility, continuing education credit, and specific state or employer requirements may change. Learners should verify that a course meets their individual licensing, certification, or employment requirements before completing it.

Free Texas Human Trafficking Continuing Education Course

This is the free course called HEART training. The site is maintained by the State of Texas HHS.

Free New York State Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Course

This is the free NYS Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting traaining. It is required for Healthcare Professionals who work with children in NYS.

Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training

Free, approximately 20-hour online infection prevention and control training designed for individuals responsible for infection prevention programs in nursing homes. Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credit is available through CDC. ANCC-accredited continuing nursing education

Free CDC Antibiotic Stewardship Training

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers free online training on antibiotic stewardship for healthcare professionals. The educational modules address antimicrobial resistance, appropriate antibiotic prescribing and use, strategies for improving antibiotic use, and effective communication with patients and healthcare teams. The training is designed to help healthcare professionals apply the principles of antibiotic stewardship in clinical practice and improve patient safety. Free continuing education is available for eligible participants, including nurses, through CDC’s continuing education system.