What are the mandatory CE topics for Iowa nurses?

Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse: 2 contact hours (Initial 2 hrs, then 1 hr every 3 years)

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Q: How many CE contact hours are required for Iowa (IA) RN license renewal?

36 contact hours every 3 years. Iowa nursing licenses renew on a 3-year cycle (24 contact hours if initially licensed for less than 3 years). Governing board: Iowa Board of Nursing.

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Standard RN CE Hours

36 Contact Hrs

Per 3-year renewal cycle

State-Mandated Topic Hours

2 Hours

Across 1 specific state rule(s)

General Elective CE Hours

34 Hours

Board-approved clinical or specialty courses

Iowa Board of Nursing — Mandatory Topic & Competency Breakdown

Mandatory Reporter Training: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse

Initial 2 hrs, then 1 hr every 3 years2 hrs

Iowa Board & APRN Rule Note: Iowa nursing licenses renew on a 3-year cycle (24 contact hours if initially licensed for less than 3 years).

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