Pennsylvania
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Pennsylvania (2026)
30 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial renewal period
Continuing education
30 contact hours per renewal
30 hours of Board-approved CE per biennium, no carryover; must include 2 hours child abuse recognition/reporting, plus (effective May 1, 2026) a one-time 2 hours organ/tissue donation within 5 years of initial licensure or renewal
- Child abuse recognition and reporting (2 hrs)
- Organ and tissue donation (2 hrs, one-time, from 5/1/2026)
Source: Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Pennsylvania?
- Biennial renewal period
- How many contact hours do I need in Pennsylvania?
- 30 contact hours per renewal. 30 hours of Board-approved CE per biennium, no carryover; must include 2 hours child abuse recognition/reporting, plus (effective May 1, 2026) a one-time 2 hours organ/tissue donation within 5 years of initial licensure or renewal
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania?
- Through Pennsylvania State 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.