Massachusetts LPN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your LPN license in Massachusetts you need to satisfy the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 15 hours per 2-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Massachusetts requires for LPN renewal
| CE hours required | 15 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing |
LPNs must complete 15 contact hours of board-approved continuing education each biennial renewal period (same total as RNs in MA). In addition, two one-time training requirements apply to all nurses: training in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with cognitive impairments including Alzheimer's disease and dementia (no prescribed hours; satisfied if covered in academic program, staff development, or CE), and training in domestic and sexual violence under Chapter 260. Renewal is by attestation under penalty of perjury that CE has been completed.
Full LPN renewal guide for Massachusetts (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Massachusetts LPN CE course providers
- Nurse.com CE
Accredited nursing CE for LPNs/LVNs, including state-mandated topic courses.
- Elite Learning — Nursing CE
State-specific LPN/LVN CE packages built around each state's renewal rules.
- CEUfast
ANCC-accredited unlimited-CE subscription accepted for LPNs in most states.
- Wild Iris Medical Education
Individual accredited nursing CE courses for LPNs/LVNs.
Massachusetts LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires about 15 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. LPNs must complete 15 contact hours of board-approved continuing education each biennial renewal period (same total as RNs in MA). In addition, two one-time training requirements apply to all nurses: training in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with cognitive impairments including Alzheimer's disease and dementia (no prescribed hours; satisfied if covered in academic program, staff development, or CE), and training in domestic and sexual violence under Chapter 260. Renewal is by attestation under penalty of perjury that CE has been completed.
Do online LPN CE courses count in Massachusetts?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Massachusetts LPN CE?
Massachusetts generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing site →