Michigan
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Michigan (2026)
25 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA).
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial renewal cycle
Continuing education
25 contact hours per renewal
25 contact hours per 2-year cycle, including 2 hours pain and symptom management and 2 hours implicit bias training; a separate one-time 1-hour human trafficking module is also required and does not count toward the 25
- Pain and symptom management (2 hrs)
- Implicit bias training (2 hrs)
- Human trafficking recognition (1 hr, one-time)
Source: Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA) · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Michigan?
- Biennial renewal cycle
- How many contact hours do I need in Michigan?
- 25 contact hours per renewal. 25 contact hours per 2-year cycle, including 2 hours pain and symptom management and 2 hours implicit bias training; a separate one-time 1-hour human trafficking module is also required and does not count toward the 25
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Michigan?
- Through Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA). 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.