Missouri LPN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your LPN license in Missouri you need to satisfy the Missouri State Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement . 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 Missouri requires for LPN renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Missouri State Board of Nursing |
Missouri requires no continuing education contact hours for LPN (or RN) license renewal. The licensure renewal regulation (20 CSR 2200-4) imposes no CE requirement, and Missouri is widely recognized as a state with no mandatory CE for nurse renewal; licensees are still expected to maintain professional competency in their practice area. No practice-hours pathway is specified because no CE is required.
Full LPN renewal guide for Missouri (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Missouri 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.
Missouri LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Missouri?
Missouri does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for LPN renewal. Missouri requires no continuing education contact hours for LPN (or RN) license renewal. The licensure renewal regulation (20 CSR 2200-4) imposes no CE requirement, and Missouri is widely recognized as a state with no mandatory CE for nurse renewal; licensees are still expected to maintain professional competency in their practice area. No practice-hours pathway is specified because no CE is required.
Do online LPN CE courses count in Missouri?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Missouri LPN CE?
Missouri generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Missouri State Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.