Mississippi
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Mississippi (2026)
No contact hours required to renew, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Mississippi Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; renewal window roughly Sept 1 - Dec 31
Continuing education
No contact hours required to renew
The Mississippi Nursing Practice Law does not mandate CEUs to renew a standard RN license; 20 contact hours are required only for applicants out of practice more than 5 years
Source: Mississippi Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Mississippi Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Mississippi?
- Biennial; renewal window roughly Sept 1 - Dec 31
- How many contact hours do I need in Mississippi?
- No contact hours required to renew. The Mississippi Nursing Practice Law does not mandate CEUs to renew a standard RN license; 20 contact hours are required only for applicants out of practice more than 5 years
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Mississippi?
- Through Mississippi 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.