How many CE hours do nurses need in Oklahoma?

Registered Nurses (RN) in Oklahoma need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Oklahoma?

Mandatory CE topics in Oklahoma include: General CE, APRN Pharmacotherapeutics.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Oklahoma?

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

What license types does Oklahoma regulate?

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

Oklahoma RN License Renewal Requirements

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

Quick Facts

Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE Hours (RN)	24 contact hours
Renewal Fee (RN)	$75
Compact State (NLC)	Yes — NLC member
License Types	RN, APRN, LPN, CNA

Oklahoma requires nurses to demonstrate continuing competency every 2-year renewal cycle. The most common method is completing 24 contact hours of continuing education, though alternatives include 520 practice hours, national certification, or academic coursework. APRNs with prescriptive authority must also complete 15 additional hours in pharmacotherapeutics. Oklahoma is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, and licenses expire on the last day of your birth month.

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

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

How to Renew Your Oklahoma Nursing License

1Log in to the Oklahoma Nurse Portal at okbn.boardsofnursing.org
2Select the Renew License option for your license type
3Verify and update your personal and contact information
4Complete the continuing competency requirement (24 CE hours, 520 work hours, national certification, or other qualifying method)
5If APRN with prescriptive authority, attest to completing 15 additional pharmacotherapeutics hours
6Answer all disclosure and regulatory questions
7Pay the $75 renewal fee ($85 for APRN) online

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

CE Hours by License Type

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $75

APRN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $85

LPN

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $75

CNA

hours / 2 years

Renewal fee: $0

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
General CE	24	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	24 contact hours of continuing education applicable to nursing practice every 2-year renewal cycle (one of several options to demonstrate continuing competency)
APRN Pharmacotherapeutics	15	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 15 additional contact hours in pharmacotherapeutics, clinical application, and use of pharmacological agents per renewal cycle

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: Last day of your birth month in even-numbered years (RN/APRN); odd-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: 30-day grace period after expiration during which the license remains active and can be renewed
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 Oklahoma Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Oklahoma offers multiple pathways to demonstrate continuing competency: 24 CE hours, 520 work hours, national certification, refresher course, or 6 academic credit hours
• RN and APRN licenses expire the last day of the birth month in even-numbered years
• LPN licenses expire the last day of the birth month in odd-numbered years
• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete an additional 15 hours in pharmacotherapeutics
• There is a 30-day grace period after expiration during which the license remains active
• CE courses must be approved by ANCC-accredited providers
• Oklahoma is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $50
LPN: $50

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $150
LPN: $150

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees have reduced CE requirements for their initial renewal

CE Audit Information

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

Board Resources

Oklahoma Board of Nursing

https://oklahoma.gov/nursing.html

Sources

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How to Renew Your Oklahoma Nursing License

1Log in to the Oklahoma Nurse Portal at okbn.boardsofnursing.org

2Select the Renew License option for your license type

3Verify and update your personal and contact information

4Complete the continuing competency requirement (24 CE hours, 520 work hours, national certification, or other qualifying method)

5If APRN with prescriptive authority, attest to completing 15 additional pharmacotherapeutics hours

6Answer all disclosure and regulatory questions

7Pay the $75 renewal fee ($85 for APRN) online

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

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	License Types	Description
General CE	24	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNPCNA	24 contact hours of continuing education applicable to nursing practice every 2-year renewal cycle (one of several options to demonstrate continuing competency)
APRN Pharmacotherapeutics	15	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 15 additional contact hours in pharmacotherapeutics, clinical application, and use of pharmacological agents per renewal cycle

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: Last day of your birth month in even-numbered years (RN/APRN); odd-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: 30-day grace period after expiration during which the license remains active and can be renewed
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 Oklahoma Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Oklahoma offers multiple pathways to demonstrate continuing competency: 24 CE hours, 520 work hours, national certification, refresher course, or 6 academic credit hours

• RN and APRN licenses expire the last day of the birth month in even-numbered years

• LPN licenses expire the last day of the birth month in odd-numbered years

• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete an additional 15 hours in pharmacotherapeutics

• There is a 30-day grace period after expiration during which the license remains active

• CE courses must be approved by ANCC-accredited providers

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

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