Nursing CE Requirements by State (Overview)
Generic CE landscape, common required topics, free CE sources.
Continuing education for license renewal varies by state.
Common requirements
20-30 contact hours per 2-year cycle. Some states higher (CA: 30/cycle). Some no CE (CO historically).
Required topics common
Pain management. Child abuse recognition. Domestic violence. Implicit bias. Cultural competence. Suicide prevention.
Free CE sources
NurseGuru, NurseChoice, Lippincott NursingCenter, hospital-provided. Vendor-sponsored often free (read carefully).
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