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Tennessee (TN) Nursing License & CEU Renewal Calculator

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

10 contact hours every 2 years. Practicing RNs must maintain two items of continued competence (such as 5–10 contact hours of CE, satisfactory employer evaluation, or national certification). Governing board: Tennessee Board of Nursing.

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✓ NLC Multi-State Compact MemberRenews Every 2 Years

Standard RN CE Hours

10 Contact Hrs

Per 2-year renewal cycle

State-Mandated Topic Hours

2 Hours

Across 1 specific state rule(s)

General Elective CE Hours

8 Hours

Board-approved clinical or specialty courses

Tennessee Board of Nursing — Mandatory Topic & Competency Breakdown

Controlled Substance Prescribing & Tennessee Chronic Pain Guidelines (APRNs)

Every renewal2 hrs

Tennessee Board & APRN Rule Note: Practicing RNs must maintain two items of continued competence (such as 5–10 contact hours of CE, satisfactory employer evaluation, or national certification).

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