How many CE hours do nurses need in Mississippi?

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

What are the mandatory CE topics in Mississippi?

Mandatory CE topics in Mississippi include: No CE Required, APRN Controlled Substances.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Mississippi?

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

What license types does Mississippi regulate?

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

Mississippi RN License Renewal Requirements

Mississippi Board of Nursing · 2-year renewal cycle · Last verified 2026-02-06

Quick Facts

Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE Hours (RN)	0 contact hours
Renewal Fee (RN)	$100
Compact State (NLC)	Yes — NLC member
License Types	RN, APRN, LPN, CNA

Mississippi does not mandate continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal, placing the responsibility for maintaining professional competency on each individual nurse. APRNs must complete 5 contact hours related to controlled substances per certification period. RN/APRN licenses renew in even-numbered years and LPN licenses in odd-numbered years, with tiered late fees for renewals after December 31. Mississippi 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 Mississippi Board of Nursing — last checked 2026-02-06. If anything looks off, let me know.

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How to Renew Your Mississippi Nursing License

1Log in to the Mississippi Board of Nursing online portal at msbn.ms.gov
2Complete the online renewal application during the September 1 through December 31 renewal window
3If APRN, attest to completing 5 CE hours on controlled substances
4Pay the $100 renewal fee online
5Renew before December 31 to avoid tiered late fees ($50 admin fee Jan 1-30; $150 admin fee + $75 background check Feb 1-June 30)
6Retain CE documentation for potential audit via CE Broker

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

CE Hours by License Type

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $100

APRN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $100

LPN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $100

CNA

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $25

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPNCNA	Mississippi does not mandate continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal. Nurses are responsible for maintaining their own professional competency.
APRN Controlled Substances	5	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs must complete a minimum of 5 contact hours of CE directly related to controlled substances per state certification period
Out-of-Practice Nurses (5+ Years)	20	Optional	RNLPNCNA	Nurses who have been out of practice for more than 5 years must complete 20 contact hours of CE related to nursing practice within the 2-year period prior to reinstatement application

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: December 31 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); December 31 of odd-numbered years (LPN). Renewal period opens September 1.
Grace Period: Tiered late renewal: January 1-30 with $50 admin fee ($150 total); February 1-June 30 with $150 admin fee + $75 background check ($325 total). After June 30, reinstatement required.
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 Mississippi Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Mississippi does not require CE hours for RN or LPN renewal — nurses are expected to maintain competency independently
• APRNs must complete 5 contact hours related to controlled substances per certification period
• RN and APRN licenses renew in even-numbered years; LPN licenses renew in odd-numbered years
• CE Broker is the official CE tracking system for the Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Nurses out of practice for 5+ years must complete 20 CE hours or a board-approved refresher program
• Mississippi is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Mississippi Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCMississippi Board of NursingCE Broker Approved

CBCE Broker reporting is required in Mississippi

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $50 (Jan 1-30) / $225 (Feb 1-June 30, includes $75 background check)
LPN: $50 (Jan 1-30) / $225 (Feb 1-June 30, includes $75 background check)

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $150
LPN: $150

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees are exempt from CE for the initial renewal cycle

CE Audit Information

Mississippi Board of Nursing conducts random CE audits. Keep records for 5 years.

Board Resources

Mississippi Board of Nursing

https://www.msbn.ms.gov/

Sources

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How to Renew Your Mississippi Nursing License

1Log in to the Mississippi Board of Nursing online portal at msbn.ms.gov

2Complete the online renewal application during the September 1 through December 31 renewal window

3If APRN, attest to completing 5 CE hours on controlled substances

4Pay the $100 renewal fee online

5Renew before December 31 to avoid tiered late fees ($50 admin fee Jan 1-30; $150 admin fee + $75 background check Feb 1-June 30)

6Retain CE documentation for potential audit via CE Broker

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

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPNCNA	Mississippi does not mandate continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal. Nurses are responsible for maintaining their own professional competency.
APRN Controlled Substances	5	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs must complete a minimum of 5 contact hours of CE directly related to controlled substances per state certification period
Out-of-Practice Nurses (5+ Years)	20	Optional	RNLPNCNA	Nurses who have been out of practice for more than 5 years must complete 20 contact hours of CE related to nursing practice within the 2-year period prior to reinstatement application

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: December 31 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); December 31 of odd-numbered years (LPN). Renewal period opens September 1.
Grace Period: Tiered late renewal: January 1-30 with $50 admin fee ($150 total); February 1-June 30 with $150 admin fee + $75 background check ($325 total). After June 30, reinstatement required.
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 Mississippi Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Mississippi does not require CE hours for RN or LPN renewal — nurses are expected to maintain competency independently

• APRNs must complete 5 contact hours related to controlled substances per certification period

• RN and APRN licenses renew in even-numbered years; LPN licenses renew in odd-numbered years

• CE Broker is the official CE tracking system for the Mississippi Board of Nursing

• Nurses out of practice for 5+ years must complete 20 CE hours or a board-approved refresher program

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

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