Ohio Nurse Practitioner (APRN) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a advanced practice registered nurse misses CE requirements in Ohio, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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APRN licenses renew in odd-numbered years; a $50 late-processing fee applies to late renewal applications, and reinstatement of a lapsed license costs an additional $100. Practice on a lapsed license is prohibited.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

Ohio's official renewal application instructions require nurses to retain CE documentation for six years.

Official source: Ohio Revised Code 4723.08 (codes.ohio.gov)

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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