Missouri RN & LPN CE requirements
What Missouri RNs and LPNs need for license renewal: hours, renewal cycle and required topics.
- RNs
- No continuing education required
- LPNs
- Same as RN
- Renewal
- Every 2 years
- Required topics
- None
Required topics
- No specific required topics for general RN/LPN renewal
Keeping your skills current
Missouri doesn't require CE hours for general renewal, but many employers do, and skills like IV insertion fade quickly without practice. An IV refresher with a hands-on lab is one of the fastest ways to rebuild confidence before a new role.
Take the free IV therapy practice test → · What to look for in an IV refresher
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do nurses need in Missouri?
RNs: No continuing education required. LPNs: Same as RN. Renewal: every 2 years.
Does Missouri require specific CE topics for nurses?
Missouri doesn't list specific required topics for general RN or LPN renewal.
Does an IV refresher course count toward CE in Missouri?
It can, if the course awards contact hours from a provider your board accepts. Check the course's accreditation before you enroll.
Summary of Missouri board of nursing rules for general RN and LPN renewal as of September 2026. APRN, prescriber and DEA requirements are not included. Requirements change; always confirm with the Missouri board of nursing before you renew.
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