Louisiana Nursing (RN) CE requirements

Registered Nurse — license renewal requirements, sourced from the official board.

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30CE hours every 2 yearsVerify with board

Renewal: Subsequent renewals are biennial; all licenses expire January 31 of the renewal year if not renewed.

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Louisiana continued competency requires one of: 30 contact hours of CE in two years, 900 practice hours in two years, qualifying initial licensure within the period, or specialty certification. Renewal season runs October 1 through December 31 of the year before expiration.

Official source: Louisiana State Board of Nursing - Continued Competency Rulemaking (NOI 3333/3335)

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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