How many CE hours do nurses need in Maryland?

Maryland 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 Maryland?

Maryland has no blanket mandatory CE topics beyond the total hour requirement, but some apply conditionally: Implicit Bias & Racism Training (see the requirements table for who and when).

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Maryland?

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

What is the RN renewal fee in Maryland?

The RN renewal fee in Maryland is $191. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Maryland Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Maryland?

Maryland nursing licenses are due 28th of birth month, every 2 years (odd/even based on birth year).

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

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

Does Maryland require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

No. Maryland does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.

What license types does Maryland regulate?

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

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Maryland?

Maryland 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 30 contact hours every 2 years.

What does APRN renewal require in Maryland?

Maryland 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 $210. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Maryland RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Maryland 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 $191.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (30 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$191
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Maryland requires Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses to complete 30 contact hours of continuing education every 2-year renewal cycle. Alternatives include 1,000 hours of active nursing practice within 5 years or completing a nursing degree. Maryland also requires a one-time implicit bias and racism training attestation. Maryland is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, allowing nurses with a multistate license to practice across all compact states.

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How to Renew Your Maryland Nursing License

1Log in to the MBON Online Renewal Portal at license.mdbon.org
2Review and update personal and employment information
3Complete the implicit bias and racism training attestation if applicable
4Attest to meeting CE requirements (30 hours or alternative)
5Answer all disclosure questions
6Pay the renewal fee by credit card
7Processing takes 5-10 days

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

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CE Hours by License Type

Maryland ranks #8 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$191
APRN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$210
LPN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$165

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APRN renewal in Maryland. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Maryland APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle. Alternative: 1,000 hours of active nursing practice within 5 years, or a nursing degree from an approved program within 5 years.
Implicit Bias & Racism Training	0	Conditional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	One-time implicit bias and racism training attestation required for one renewal period. No specific CE hours mandated.
Nursing Practice	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	All CE must be relevant to nursing practice from approved providers

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Maryland 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: 28th of birth month, every 2 years (odd/even based on birth year)
Grace Period: 30-day late renewal period after expiration; practicing on an expired license is prohibited
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 6 years in case of audit by the Maryland Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• 30 CE hours required, or 1,000 practice hours within 5 years, or a nursing degree within 5 years
• One-time implicit bias and racism training attestation required
• 1 semester hour of college coursework = 15 contact hours (must be nursing-related, grade C or higher)
• Maryland is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Renewal fees were updated effective July 1, 2025
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• The $191 RN renewal fee includes the $26 MHCC assessment

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCMaryland Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: None published. MBON lists no late-renewal penalty; an expired license must be reactivated through the Board
LPN: None published. MBON lists no late-renewal penalty; an expired license must be reactivated through the Board

Reinstatement Fees

RN: No separate fee published. The standard $191 renewal fee applies with a reinstatement petition; lapsed over 1 year, contact the Board's Renewals Department
LPN: No separate fee published. The standard $165 renewal fee applies with a reinstatement petition; lapsed over 1 year, contact the Board's Renewals Department

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

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees must complete a minimum number of CE hours prorated from the date of initial licensure

CE Audit Information

The Maryland Board of Nursing randomly audits CEUs; evidence is due within 30 days of a request.

Frequently asked questions about Maryland nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Maryland?: Maryland 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 Maryland?: Maryland has no blanket mandatory CE topics beyond the total hour requirement, but some apply conditionally: Implicit Bias & Racism Training (see the requirements table for who and when).
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Maryland?: Nursing licenses in Maryland must be renewed every 2 years. The Maryland Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Maryland?: The RN renewal fee in Maryland is $191. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Maryland Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Maryland?: Maryland nursing licenses are due 28th of birth month, every 2 years (odd/even based on birth year).
Is Maryland part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Maryland is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Maryland require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Maryland does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Maryland regulate?: Maryland regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Maryland?: Maryland 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 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Maryland?: Maryland 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 $210. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

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Maryland Board of Nursing

https://health.maryland.gov/mbon

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As of 2026, Maryland 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 $191.

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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)	$191
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

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Maryland CE Audit Response Guide

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

Read the full Maryland RN License Renewal Guide

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

How to Renew Your Maryland Nursing License

1Log in to the MBON Online Renewal Portal at license.mdbon.org
2Review and update personal and employment information
3Complete the implicit bias and racism training attestation if applicable
4Attest to meeting CE requirements (30 hours or alternative)
5Answer all disclosure questions
6Pay the renewal fee by credit card
7Processing takes 5-10 days

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

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Get the Maryland RN renewal checklist

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CE Hours by License Type

Maryland ranks #8 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$191
APRN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$210
LPN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$165

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APRN renewal in Maryland. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Maryland APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle. Alternative: 1,000 hours of active nursing practice within 5 years, or a nursing degree from an approved program within 5 years.
Implicit Bias & Racism Training	0	Conditional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	One-time implicit bias and racism training attestation required for one renewal period. No specific CE hours mandated.
Nursing Practice	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	All CE must be relevant to nursing practice from approved providers

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: 28th of birth month, every 2 years (odd/even based on birth year)
Grace Period: 30-day late renewal period after expiration; practicing on an expired license is prohibited
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 6 years in case of audit by the Maryland Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• 30 CE hours required, or 1,000 practice hours within 5 years, or a nursing degree within 5 years
• One-time implicit bias and racism training attestation required
• 1 semester hour of college coursework = 15 contact hours (must be nursing-related, grade C or higher)
• Maryland is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Renewal fees were updated effective July 1, 2025
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• The $191 RN renewal fee includes the $26 MHCC assessment

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCMaryland Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: None published. MBON lists no late-renewal penalty; an expired license must be reactivated through the Board
LPN: None published. MBON lists no late-renewal penalty; an expired license must be reactivated through the Board

Reinstatement Fees

RN: No separate fee published. The standard $191 renewal fee applies with a reinstatement petition; lapsed over 1 year, contact the Board's Renewals Department
LPN: No separate fee published. The standard $165 renewal fee applies with a reinstatement petition; lapsed over 1 year, contact the Board's Renewals Department

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

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees must complete a minimum number of CE hours prorated from the date of initial licensure

CE Audit Information

The Maryland Board of Nursing randomly audits CEUs; evidence is due within 30 days of a request.

Frequently asked questions about Maryland nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Maryland?: Maryland 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 Maryland?: Maryland has no blanket mandatory CE topics beyond the total hour requirement, but some apply conditionally: Implicit Bias & Racism Training (see the requirements table for who and when).
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Maryland?: Nursing licenses in Maryland must be renewed every 2 years. The Maryland Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Maryland?: The RN renewal fee in Maryland is $191. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Maryland Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Maryland?: Maryland nursing licenses are due 28th of birth month, every 2 years (odd/even based on birth year).
Is Maryland part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Maryland is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Maryland require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Maryland does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Maryland regulate?: Maryland regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Maryland?: Maryland 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 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Maryland?: Maryland 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 $210. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Maryland Board of Nursing

https://health.maryland.gov/mbon

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