How many CE hours do nurses need in Indiana?

Registered Nurses (RN) in Indiana need 0 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Indiana?

Mandatory CE topics in Indiana include: No CE Required, APRN Prescriptive Authority CE, APRN Pharmacology, APRN Opioid Prescribing.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Indiana?

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

What license types does Indiana regulate?

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

Indiana RN License Renewal Requirements

Indiana State Board of Nursing · 2-year renewal cycle · Last verified 2026-02-04

Quick Facts

Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE Hours (RN)	0 contact hours
Renewal Fee (RN)	$50
Compact State (NLC)	Yes — NLC member
License Types	RN, APRN, LPN, CNA

Indiana does not require continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal, making it one of the simplest renewal processes among the states we track. APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including 8 hours of pharmacology and 2 hours on opioid prescribing. Indiana has the lowest RN renewal fees at $50 and is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, allowing nurses with a multistate license to practice across all compact states.

This data is verified against the Indiana State Board of Nursing — last checked 2026-02-04. If anything looks off, let me know.

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How to Renew Your Indiana Nursing License

1Log in to the Indiana MyLicense Portal at mylicense.in.gov
2Click Renew Your License and select the correct license type
3Answer all disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history
4If APRN with prescriptive authority, attest to completing 30 CE hours
5Pay the renewal fee ($50 for RN/LPN) by credit or debit card
6Processing typically takes 24-48 hours

Visit the Indiana State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

CE Hours by License Type

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $50

APRN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $60

LPN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $50

CNA

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $0

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPNCNA	Indiana does not require continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal. Nurses must answer disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history.
APRN Prescriptive Authority CE	30	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours per 2-year cycle for APRNs with prescriptive authority, including 8 hours on pharmacology and 2 hours on opioid prescribing
APRN Pharmacology	8	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	8 hours of pharmacology CE for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)
APRN Opioid Prescribing	2	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2 hours on opioid prescribing and opioid abuse for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: No formal grace period, but late renewal is available up to 3 years with $50 late fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Indiana State Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Indiana does not require CE hours for RN or LPN renewal — among the simplest renewal processes
• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including pharmacology and opioid prescribing
• RN/APRN licenses expire October 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN licenses expire October 31 of even-numbered years
• Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Indiana has the lowest RN renewal fees among states we track at $50
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Indiana State Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCIndiana State Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $100
LPN: $100

CE Audit Information

State board may conduct random CE audits. Retain all CE certificates for at least 4 years.

Board Resources

Indiana State Board of Nursing

https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/indiana-state-board-of-nursing/

Sources

Last verified 2026-02-04·View official source →

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How to Renew Your Indiana Nursing License

1Log in to the Indiana MyLicense Portal at mylicense.in.gov

2Click Renew Your License and select the correct license type

3Answer all disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history

4If APRN with prescriptive authority, attest to completing 30 CE hours

5Pay the renewal fee ($50 for RN/LPN) by credit or debit card

6Processing typically takes 24-48 hours

Visit the Indiana State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPNCNA	Indiana does not require continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal. Nurses must answer disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history.
APRN Prescriptive Authority CE	30	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours per 2-year cycle for APRNs with prescriptive authority, including 8 hours on pharmacology and 2 hours on opioid prescribing
APRN Pharmacology	8	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	8 hours of pharmacology CE for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)
APRN Opioid Prescribing	2	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2 hours on opioid prescribing and opioid abuse for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: No formal grace period, but late renewal is available up to 3 years with $50 late fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Indiana State Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Indiana does not require CE hours for RN or LPN renewal — among the simplest renewal processes

• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including pharmacology and opioid prescribing

• RN/APRN licenses expire October 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN licenses expire October 31 of even-numbered years

• Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state

• Indiana has the lowest RN renewal fees among states we track at $50

• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Indiana State Board of Nursing.