How many CE hours do nurses need in Georgia?

Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement. Nurses who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Georgia?

Georgia does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Georgia?

Nursing licenses in Georgia must be renewed every 2 years. The Georgia Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Georgia?

The RN renewal fee in Georgia is $65. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Georgia Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Georgia?

Georgia nursing licenses are due january 31 (rn/aprn) or march 31 (lpn) of even-numbered years.

Is Georgia part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?

Yes. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.

Does Georgia require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

Yes. Georgia requires nurses to use CE Broker to track and submit continuing education hours for license renewal.

What license types does Georgia regulate?

Georgia regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Georgia?

Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for LPNs. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement; LPNs who choose the CE option typically complete 20 contact hours every 2 years.

What does APRN renewal require in Georgia?

Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (30 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $65 (+$65 RN renewal). Renewal deadlines in Georgia differ by license type: January 31 (RN/APRN) or March 31 (LPN) of even-numbered years. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Georgia RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Georgia RNs renew every 2 years by meeting one of several board-approved competency options; the CE option is 30 contact hours. The RN renewal fee is $65.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (30 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$65
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, LPN, APRN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Georgia lets RNs demonstrate continuing competency through ONE of five options each 2-year cycle: 30 Board-approved CE hours, a current national certification, an accredited academic nursing program, employer verification of competency plus 500 practiced hours, or other Board-approved activities (LPNs: 20 CE hours via the same option framework). The Board's continuing-competency rule (GAC 410-13) mandates NO specific CE topics. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, and nurses report CE through CE Broker.

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How to Renew Your Georgia Nursing License

1Submit all continuing competency documents to CE Broker (not directly to the board)
2Log in to the Georgia GOALS licensing portal
3Complete the renewal application for your license type
4Pay the $65 renewal fee online
5If APRN: renew your RN license first, then separately renew your APRN license
6Retain documentation for audit purposes

Visit the Georgia Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Georgia ranks #25 of 51 for RN renewal burden, in the middle in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$65
LPN	20 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$65
APRN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$65 (+$65 RN renewal)

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APRN renewal in Georgia. Renewal deadlines here differ by license type; see Important Deadlines below. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Georgia APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	30	Required	RNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Continuing education is ONE of five ways a Georgia RN can demonstrate continuing competency: (1) 30 Board-approved CE contact hours, (2) maintaining a national certification, (3) completing an accredited academic nursing program, (4) employer verification of competency plus 500 practiced hours, or (5) other Board-approved activities. No specific CE TOPICS are mandated.
General CE (LPN)	20	Required	LPN	Continuing education is one of two competency options for a Georgia LPN under Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 410-13-.02: (1) 20 CE hours, or (2) completion of an accredited RN nursing program. The national-certification, 500-practice-hour, and other options are RN-only (410-13-.01). No specific CE topics are mandated.
Nursing Practice	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Remaining hours in nursing-related topics. Georgia also accepts national certification, academic programs, or verified practice hours as alternative competency pathways.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Georgia CNA renewal is handled by the state nurse-aide registry, not the Board of Nursing, and follows a work-hours / in-service model rather than the CE above. Check your state nurse-aide registry for CNA requirements.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: January 31 (RN/APRN) or March 31 (LPN) of even-numbered years
Grace Period: Late renewal period of approximately 1 month after deadline with a $75 late fee
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Georgia Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• RN/APRN licenses renew by January 31 of even-numbered years; LPN licenses renew by March 31 of even-numbered years
• Georgia's continuing-competency rule (GAC 410-13) mandates NO specific CE topics. Earlier data wrongly listed five (mirroring Florida's). Hours may be in any Board-approved nursing content.
• APRNs must renew both their RN and APRN licenses separately, paying $65 for each ($130 total)
• CE documentation must be submitted through CE Broker. Do not send documents directly to the board
• Georgia launched the GOALS licensing portal in September 2025, replacing previous systems
• Georgia offers 5 continuing competency pathways: CE hours, national certification, academic programs, verified practice, or a reentry program
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Georgia Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCGeorgia Board of NursingCE Broker Approved

CBCE Broker reporting is required in Georgia

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $75
LPN: $75

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $175
LPN: $100

Already lapsed? The Georgia re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

First-Time Licensee Exemption

New licensees are exempt from CE for the first renewal period

CE Audit Information

Georgia requires CE Broker reporting. Board conducts random audits each renewal cycle.

Frequently asked questions about Georgia nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Georgia?: Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement. Nurses who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Georgia?: Georgia does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Georgia?: Nursing licenses in Georgia must be renewed every 2 years. The Georgia Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Georgia?: The RN renewal fee in Georgia is $65. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Georgia Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Georgia?: Georgia nursing licenses are due january 31 (rn/aprn) or march 31 (lpn) of even-numbered years.
Is Georgia part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Georgia require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: Yes. Georgia requires nurses to use CE Broker to track and submit continuing education hours for license renewal.
What license types does Georgia regulate?: Georgia regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Georgia?: Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for LPNs. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement; LPNs who choose the CE option typically complete 20 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Georgia?: Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (30 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $65 (+$65 RN renewal). Renewal deadlines in Georgia differ by license type: January 31 (RN/APRN) or March 31 (LPN) of even-numbered years. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

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Georgia Board of Nursing

https://sos.ga.gov/georgia-board-nursing

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As of 2026, Georgia RNs renew every 2 years by meeting one of several board-approved competency options; the CE option is 30 contact hours. The RN renewal fee is $65.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (30 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$65
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, LPN, APRN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Verified against the Georgia Board of Nursing, last checked 2026-06-04. Found something off? Let me know.

Georgia CE Audit Response Guide

Response deadline, retention rules, board address, and the rejections that get nurses dinged.

Read the full Georgia RN License Renewal Guide

Step-by-step walkthrough, common mistakes, and tips for a smooth renewal

How to Renew Your Georgia Nursing License

1Submit all continuing competency documents to CE Broker (not directly to the board)
2Log in to the Georgia GOALS licensing portal
3Complete the renewal application for your license type
4Pay the $65 renewal fee online
5If APRN: renew your RN license first, then separately renew your APRN license
6Retain documentation for audit purposes

Visit the Georgia Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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Get the Georgia RN renewal checklist

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CE Hours by License Type

Georgia ranks #25 of 51 for RN renewal burden, in the middle in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$65
LPN	20 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$65
APRN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$65 (+$65 RN renewal)

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CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	30	Required	RNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Continuing education is ONE of five ways a Georgia RN can demonstrate continuing competency: (1) 30 Board-approved CE contact hours, (2) maintaining a national certification, (3) completing an accredited academic nursing program, (4) employer verification of competency plus 500 practiced hours, or (5) other Board-approved activities. No specific CE TOPICS are mandated.
General CE (LPN)	20	Required	LPN	Continuing education is one of two competency options for a Georgia LPN under Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 410-13-.02: (1) 20 CE hours, or (2) completion of an accredited RN nursing program. The national-certification, 500-practice-hour, and other options are RN-only (410-13-.01). No specific CE topics are mandated.
Nursing Practice	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Remaining hours in nursing-related topics. Georgia also accepts national certification, academic programs, or verified practice hours as alternative competency pathways.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: January 31 (RN/APRN) or March 31 (LPN) of even-numbered years
Grace Period: Late renewal period of approximately 1 month after deadline with a $75 late fee
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Georgia Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• RN/APRN licenses renew by January 31 of even-numbered years; LPN licenses renew by March 31 of even-numbered years
• Georgia's continuing-competency rule (GAC 410-13) mandates NO specific CE topics. Earlier data wrongly listed five (mirroring Florida's). Hours may be in any Board-approved nursing content.
• APRNs must renew both their RN and APRN licenses separately, paying $65 for each ($130 total)
• CE documentation must be submitted through CE Broker. Do not send documents directly to the board
• Georgia launched the GOALS licensing portal in September 2025, replacing previous systems
• Georgia offers 5 continuing competency pathways: CE hours, national certification, academic programs, verified practice, or a reentry program
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Georgia Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCGeorgia Board of NursingCE Broker Approved

CBCE Broker reporting is required in Georgia

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $75
LPN: $75

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $175
LPN: $100

Already lapsed? The Georgia re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

First-Time Licensee Exemption

New licensees are exempt from CE for the first renewal period

CE Audit Information

Georgia requires CE Broker reporting. Board conducts random audits each renewal cycle.

Frequently asked questions about Georgia nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Georgia?: Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement. Nurses who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Georgia?: Georgia does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Georgia?: Nursing licenses in Georgia must be renewed every 2 years. The Georgia Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Georgia?: The RN renewal fee in Georgia is $65. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Georgia Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Georgia?: Georgia nursing licenses are due january 31 (rn/aprn) or march 31 (lpn) of even-numbered years.
Is Georgia part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Georgia require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: Yes. Georgia requires nurses to use CE Broker to track and submit continuing education hours for license renewal.
What license types does Georgia regulate?: Georgia regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Georgia?: Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for LPNs. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement; LPNs who choose the CE option typically complete 20 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Georgia?: Georgia does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (30 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $65 (+$65 RN renewal). Renewal deadlines in Georgia differ by license type: January 31 (RN/APRN) or March 31 (LPN) of even-numbered years. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Georgia Board of Nursing

https://sos.ga.gov/georgia-board-nursing

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