How many CE hours do nurses need in Michigan?

Registered Nurses (RN) in Michigan need 25 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Michigan?

Mandatory CE topics in Michigan include: Pain & Pain Symptom Management, Implicit Bias Training.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Michigan?

Nursing licenses in Michigan must be renewed every 2 years. The Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Michigan?

The RN renewal fee in Michigan is $131. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Michigan?

Michigan nursing licenses are due march 31 of even-numbered years.

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

No. Michigan is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold a Michigan-issued license to practice there.

Does Michigan require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

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

What license types does Michigan regulate?

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

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Michigan?

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Michigan need 25 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $131.

What does APRN renewal require in Michigan?

APRNs in Michigan complete 25 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $161. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Michigan RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Michigan RNs must complete 25 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew. The RN renewal fee is $131.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	25 contact hours
Renewal fee (RN)	$131
Compact state (NLC)	No · what if I move to a compact state?
License types	RN, LPN, APRN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Michigan requires all Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and APRNs to complete 25 contact hours of continuing education every 2-year renewal cycle, with mandatory topics in pain management (2 hours) and implicit bias training (2 hours). A one-time human trafficking awareness module is also required but does not count toward the 25-hour total. Michigan is not currently a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, though compact legislation has been introduced in the state legislature.

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How to Renew Your Michigan Nursing License

1Go to the MiPLUS Portal at miplus.michigan.gov and log in to your account
2Navigate to your nursing license and select 'Renew'
3Complete all required fields in the renewal application
4Affirm completion of all CE requirements including implicit bias and pain management
5Pay the renewal fee by credit card ($131 for RN/LPN, $161 for APRN with specialty certification)
6Maintain CE records for at least 4 years. You are not required to submit documentation at renewal

Visit the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Michigan ranks #12 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	25 / 2 yrs	$131
LPN	25 / 2 yrs	$131
APRN	25 / 2 yrs	$161

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

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	25	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Total continuing education contact hours required for renewal
Pain & Pain Symptom Management	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	At least 2 hours in pain and pain symptom management (included in total 25 hours)
Implicit Bias Training	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2 hours of implicit bias training required every renewal period, 1 hour per year of the cycle (included in total 25 hours)
Human Trafficking Awareness	0	Conditional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	One-time human trafficking awareness module required for all nurses. This does NOT count toward the 25-hour total.
Nursing Practice	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Remaining hours in nursing-related topics. No more than 12 hours may be earned during a single 24-hour period for online/electronic media.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Michigan 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: March 31 of even-numbered years
Grace Period: 60-day late renewal window (April 1 - May 30) with a $20 late fee
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 Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)

Important Notes

• All nursing licenses (RN, LPN, APRN) renew by March 31 of even-numbered years
• The one-time human trafficking awareness module does NOT count toward the 25-hour CE total
• No more than 12 credit hours of the 25 required may be earned during a single 24-hour period for online courses
• Nurses whose initial Michigan license was issued on or after May 8, 2024 must complete CE for their first renewal (previously exempt)
• Michigan is not currently an NLC compact state, though legislation (HB 4246) has been introduced
• The Board does not maintain CE records. You must maintain your own records for at least 4 years
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Michigan Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCMichigan Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $20
LPN: $20

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $232.90
LPN: $232.90

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

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees may be exempt from CE requirements for the first renewal period

CE Audit Information

Michigan Board of Nursing may audit CE compliance.

Frequently asked questions about Michigan nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Michigan?: Registered Nurses (RN) in Michigan need 25 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Michigan?: Mandatory CE topics in Michigan include: Pain & Pain Symptom Management, Implicit Bias Training.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Michigan?: Nursing licenses in Michigan must be renewed every 2 years. The Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Michigan?: The RN renewal fee in Michigan is $131. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Michigan?: Michigan nursing licenses are due march 31 of even-numbered years.
Is Michigan part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: No. Michigan is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold a Michigan-issued license to practice there.
Does Michigan require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Michigan does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Michigan regulate?: Michigan regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Michigan?: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Michigan need 25 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $131.
What does APRN renewal require in Michigan?: APRNs in Michigan complete 25 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $161. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)

https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/nursing

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Michigan RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Michigan RNs must complete 25 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew. The RN renewal fee is $131.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	25 contact hours
Renewal fee (RN)	$131
Compact state (NLC)	No · what if I move to a compact state?
License types	RN, LPN, APRN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Verified against the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA), last checked 2026-05-13. Found something off? Let me know.

Michigan CE Audit Response Guide

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

Read the full Michigan RN License Renewal Guide

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

How to Renew Your Michigan Nursing License

1Go to the MiPLUS Portal at miplus.michigan.gov and log in to your account
2Navigate to your nursing license and select 'Renew'
3Complete all required fields in the renewal application
4Affirm completion of all CE requirements including implicit bias and pain management
5Pay the renewal fee by credit card ($131 for RN/LPN, $161 for APRN with specialty certification)
6Maintain CE records for at least 4 years. You are not required to submit documentation at renewal

Visit the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) website for the official renewal portal.

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Get the Michigan RN renewal checklist

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CE Hours by License Type

Michigan ranks #12 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	25 / 2 yrs	$131
LPN	25 / 2 yrs	$131
APRN	25 / 2 yrs	$161

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

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	25	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Total continuing education contact hours required for renewal
Pain & Pain Symptom Management	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	At least 2 hours in pain and pain symptom management (included in total 25 hours)
Implicit Bias Training	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2 hours of implicit bias training required every renewal period, 1 hour per year of the cycle (included in total 25 hours)
Human Trafficking Awareness	0	Conditional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	One-time human trafficking awareness module required for all nurses. This does NOT count toward the 25-hour total.
Nursing Practice	0	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Remaining hours in nursing-related topics. No more than 12 hours may be earned during a single 24-hour period for online/electronic media.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: March 31 of even-numbered years
Grace Period: 60-day late renewal window (April 1 - May 30) with a $20 late fee
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 Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)

Important Notes

• All nursing licenses (RN, LPN, APRN) renew by March 31 of even-numbered years
• The one-time human trafficking awareness module does NOT count toward the 25-hour CE total
• No more than 12 credit hours of the 25 required may be earned during a single 24-hour period for online courses
• Nurses whose initial Michigan license was issued on or after May 8, 2024 must complete CE for their first renewal (previously exempt)
• Michigan is not currently an NLC compact state, though legislation (HB 4246) has been introduced
• The Board does not maintain CE records. You must maintain your own records for at least 4 years
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Michigan Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCMichigan Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $20
LPN: $20

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $232.90
LPN: $232.90

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

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees may be exempt from CE requirements for the first renewal period

CE Audit Information

Michigan Board of Nursing may audit CE compliance.

Frequently asked questions about Michigan nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Michigan?: Registered Nurses (RN) in Michigan need 25 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Michigan?: Mandatory CE topics in Michigan include: Pain & Pain Symptom Management, Implicit Bias Training.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Michigan?: Nursing licenses in Michigan must be renewed every 2 years. The Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Michigan?: The RN renewal fee in Michigan is $131. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Michigan?: Michigan nursing licenses are due march 31 of even-numbered years.
Is Michigan part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: No. Michigan is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold a Michigan-issued license to practice there.
Does Michigan require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Michigan does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Michigan regulate?: Michigan regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Michigan?: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Michigan need 25 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $131.
What does APRN renewal require in Michigan?: APRNs in Michigan complete 25 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $161. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)

https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/nursing

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