Kentucky
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Kentucky (2026)
14 contact hours per renewal, on a 12-month renewal cycle with Kentucky Board of Nursing.
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Renewal cycle
12months
Annual; earning period Nov 1 - Oct 31, renewal window Sept 15 - Oct 31
Contact hours
14
14 contact hours per renewal — 14 contact hours of nursing CE per year, OR 7 hours plus an employer CE Employment Evaluation. Plus one-time topics within 3 years of initial licensure: domestic violence, pediatric abusive head trauma, suicide prevention, Alzheimer's/dementia.
- Domestic violence
- Pediatric abusive head trauma
- Suicide prevention
- Alzheimer's disease and dementia
Administering boardKentucky Board of Nursing
Verified against kbn.ky.gov · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Kentucky Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Kentucky?
- Annual; earning period Nov 1 - Oct 31, renewal window Sept 15 - Oct 31
- How many contact hours do I need in Kentucky?
- 14 contact hours per renewal. 14 contact hours of nursing CE per year, OR 7 hours plus an employer CE Employment Evaluation. Plus one-time topics within 3 years of initial licensure: domestic violence, pediatric abusive head trauma, suicide prevention, Alzheimer's/dementia.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Kentucky?
- Through Kentucky 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.