Rhode Island RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Rhode Island you need to satisfy the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education (RI Dept of Health)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 10 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 Rhode Island requires for RN renewal
| CE hours required | 10 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education (RI Dept of Health) |
10 CE contact hours each two-year cycle, of which at least 2 hours must address substance abuse, plus a one-time (once-per-career) 1-hour course on Alzheimer's disease. The nurse attests to completion at renewal and keeps documentation four years.
Full RN renewal guide for Rhode Island (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Rhode Island 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.
Rhode Island RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island requires about 10 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 10 CE contact hours each two-year cycle, of which at least 2 hours must address substance abuse, plus a one-time (once-per-career) 1-hour course on Alzheimer's disease. The nurse attests to completion at renewal and keeps documentation four years.
Do online RN CE courses count in Rhode Island?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education (RI Dept of Health). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Rhode Island RN CE?
Rhode Island generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education (RI Dept of Health).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education (RI Dept of Health). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education (RI Dept of Health) site →