Massachusetts RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN 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 RN renewal
| CE hours required | 15 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing |
15 contact hours (1 contact hour = 60 minutes) within the two years before renewal, per 244 CMR 5.00. No CE is required for the first renewal. CPR/BLS and workplace in-services don't count. One-time Alzheimer's/cognitive-impairment training and Chapter 260 domestic/sexual-violence training also apply. CE is self-attested under penalty of perjury and audit-verifiable.
Full RN renewal guide for Massachusetts (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Massachusetts 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.
Massachusetts RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires about 15 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 15 contact hours (1 contact hour = 60 minutes) within the two years before renewal, per 244 CMR 5.00. No CE is required for the first renewal. CPR/BLS and workplace in-services don't count. One-time Alzheimer's/cognitive-impairment training and Chapter 260 domestic/sexual-violence training also apply. CE is self-attested under penalty of perjury and audit-verifiable.
Do online RN 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 RN 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 →