Arkansas
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Arkansas (2026)
15 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
Verified & sourcedSee citation below
Renewal cycle
24months
Biennial (every 2 years)
Contact hours
15
15 contact hours per renewal — 15 contact hours of practice-focused CE per 2-year cycle from an accredited provider; alternatively hold a current national certification or complete one college nursing course (grade C+)
Administering boardArkansas State Board of Nursing
Verified against healthy.arkansas.gov · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Arkansas State Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Arkansas?
- Biennial (every 2 years)
- How many contact hours do I need in Arkansas?
- 15 contact hours per renewal. 15 contact hours of practice-focused CE per 2-year cycle from an accredited provider; alternatively hold a current national certification or complete one college nursing course (grade C+)
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Arkansas?
- Through Arkansas State Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — RenewBird is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.