Oklahoma RN CE Courses (2026)

To renew your RN license in Oklahoma you need to satisfy the Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma requires for RN renewal

CE hours requiredNo single fixed hour count — see details
Renewal cycle24 months
Governing bodyOklahoma Board of Nursing

Oklahoma does not mandate fixed CE hours. RNs meet 'continuing qualifications for practice' by completing ONE of: at least 520 work hours in an RN position; 24 contact hours of CE; current national specialty certification; a board-approved refresher; or 6 academic semester credit hours of nursing. Options can't be combined; documented only if audited (OAC 485:10-7-3).

Full RN renewal guide for Oklahoma (deadlines, fees & CE) →

Oklahoma RN CE course providers

Heads-up: These are independent, third-party CE providers — we are not affiliated with them and don't guarantee approval. Always confirm a course is accepted by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing before purchasing.

Oklahoma RN CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for RN renewal. Oklahoma does not mandate fixed CE hours. RNs meet 'continuing qualifications for practice' by completing ONE of: at least 520 work hours in an RN position; 24 contact hours of CE; current national specialty certification; a board-approved refresher; or 6 academic semester credit hours of nursing. Options can't be combined; documented only if audited (OAC 485:10-7-3).

Do online RN CE courses count in Oklahoma?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my Oklahoma RN CE?

Oklahoma generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

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