Colorado RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Colorado you need to satisfy the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations)'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 Colorado requires for RN renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations) |
Colorado does not require continuing education to renew an RN license — the Board's FAQ states no CE is required for RN, LPN, nurse aide, or psychiatric technician renewal.
Full RN renewal guide for Colorado (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Colorado RN CE course providers
- Nurse.com CE
Large catalog of accredited nursing CE, including state-mandated topic courses.
- Elite Learning — Nursing CE
State-specific RN CE packages bundled around each state's renewal requirements.
- CEUfast
ANCC-accredited unlimited-CE subscription accepted in most states.
- Wild Iris Medical Education
Individual accredited nursing CE courses, including pharmacology and ethics.
- Western Schools
RN CE course bundles organized by state renewal rules.
Colorado RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Colorado?
Colorado does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for RN renewal. Colorado does not require continuing education to renew an RN license — the Board's FAQ states no CE is required for RN, LPN, nurse aide, or psychiatric technician renewal.
Do online RN CE courses count in Colorado?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Colorado RN CE?
Colorado generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Colorado State Board of Nursing (DORA, Division of Professions and Occupations) site →