Pennsylvania RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Pennsylvania you need to satisfy the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 30 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 Pennsylvania requires for RN renewal
| CE hours required | 30 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing |
30 contact hours of board-approved CE per two-year cycle, of which 2 hours must cover child-abuse recognition and reporting (Act 31), reported electronically by the approved provider. A new one-time 2-hour organ/tissue-donation course applies within a five-year period beginning May 1, 2026. New licensees are generally CE-exempt at their first renewal.
Full RN renewal guide for Pennsylvania (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Pennsylvania 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.
Pennsylvania RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania requires about 30 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 30 contact hours of board-approved CE per two-year cycle, of which 2 hours must cover child-abuse recognition and reporting (Act 31), reported electronically by the approved provider. A new one-time 2-hour organ/tissue-donation course applies within a five-year period beginning May 1, 2026. New licensees are generally CE-exempt at their first renewal.
Do online RN CE courses count in Pennsylvania?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Pennsylvania RN CE?
Pennsylvania generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.