Delaware
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Delaware (2026)
30 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Delaware Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; staggered odd-year cycles (newly issued licenses expire Sept 30 of odd years)
Continuing education
30 contact hours per renewal
30 contact hours per 2-year cycle; must include 3 hours substance abuse and 1 hour on recognition/response to abuse, exploitation, trafficking, or domestic violence of vulnerable persons
- Substance abuse (3 hrs)
- Recognition of abuse/exploitation/trafficking/domestic violence (1 hr)
Source: Delaware Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Delaware Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Delaware?
- Biennial; staggered odd-year cycles (newly issued licenses expire Sept 30 of odd years)
- How many contact hours do I need in Delaware?
- 30 contact hours per renewal. 30 contact hours per 2-year cycle; must include 3 hours substance abuse and 1 hour on recognition/response to abuse, exploitation, trafficking, or domestic violence of vulnerable persons
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Delaware?
- Through Delaware Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.