Wisconsin RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Wisconsin you need to satisfy the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (Department of Safety and Professional Services)'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 Wisconsin requires for RN renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Wisconsin Board of Nursing (Department of Safety and Professional Services) |
Wisconsin does not require continuing education to renew an RN license. The only renewal conditions are paying the fee, completing the Nursing Workforce Survey, and reporting state of primary residency.
Full RN renewal guide for Wisconsin (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Wisconsin 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.
Wisconsin RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for RN renewal. Wisconsin does not require continuing education to renew an RN license. The only renewal conditions are paying the fee, completing the Nursing Workforce Survey, and reporting state of primary residency.
Do online RN CE courses count in Wisconsin?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (Department of Safety and Professional Services). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Wisconsin RN CE?
Wisconsin generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (Department of Safety and Professional Services).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing (Department of Safety and Professional Services). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Wisconsin Board of Nursing (Department of Safety and Professional Services) site →