Missouri RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Missouri you need to satisfy the Missouri State Board of Nursing (Division of Professional Registration)'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 RN renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Missouri State Board of Nursing (Division of Professional Registration) |
Missouri imposes no continuing-education requirement to renew a standard RN license. The nursing rules (20 CSR 2200-4) set CE-type requirements only for advanced practice nurses (APRNs), not for basic RNs.
Full RN renewal guide for Missouri (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Missouri 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.
Missouri RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Missouri?
Missouri does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for RN renewal. Missouri imposes no continuing-education requirement to renew a standard RN license. The nursing rules (20 CSR 2200-4) set CE-type requirements only for advanced practice nurses (APRNs), not for basic RNs.
Do online RN CE courses count in Missouri?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing (Division of Professional Registration). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Missouri RN 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 (Division of Professional Registration).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Missouri State Board of Nursing (Division of Professional Registration). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Missouri State Board of Nursing (Division of Professional Registration) site →