Connecticut RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Connecticut you need to satisfy the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health)'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 Connecticut requires for RN renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 12 months |
| Governing body | Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health) |
Connecticut does not impose a general annual CE-hour requirement for RN renewal. The one mandated topic is a 2-contact-hour training on screening for PTSD, suicide risk, depression, grief, and suicide prevention — required on or after Jan 1, 2022 and once every six years thereafter. Records are kept at least three years.
Full RN renewal guide for Connecticut (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Connecticut 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.
Connecticut RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Connecticut?
Connecticut does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for RN renewal. Connecticut does not impose a general annual CE-hour requirement for RN renewal. The one mandated topic is a 2-contact-hour training on screening for PTSD, suicide risk, depression, grief, and suicide prevention — required on or after Jan 1, 2022 and once every six years thereafter. Records are kept at least three years.
Do online RN CE courses count in Connecticut?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Connecticut RN CE?
Connecticut generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing (Department of Public Health) site →