What CE categories are required for advanced registered nurse practitioner (arnp)s in Washington?

Additional 15 pharmacology hours if prescriptive authority was held during the previous 2 years (conditional): 15 hours; 30 CE hours per renewal period: 30 hours; Current national certification (required; recertification uploaded through HELMS): 0 hours. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Washington Nurse Practitioner (APRN) CE category requirements

How the 30 CE hours every 2 years breaks down by category for advanced registered nurse practitioner (arnp)s in Washington, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

Additional 15 pharmacology hours if prescriptive authority was held during the previous 2 years (conditional)

15h

30 CE hours per renewal period

30h

Current national certification (required; recertification uploaded through HELMS)

Washington has no grace period: an expired credential does not authorize practice, though late renewal is possible for up to two years. Renewal is by attestation through HELMS.

Official source: Washington State Board of Nursing — license renewal guidance

Full requirements: Washington Nurse Practitioner (APRN) CE requirements
When it's due: Washington Nurse Practitioner (APRN) license renewal deadline
What it costs: Washington Nurse Practitioner (APRN) license renewal fees
Audits & penalties: Washington Nurse Practitioner (APRN) CE audits & penalties

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

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