North Carolina
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in North Carolina (2026)
15 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with North Carolina Board of Nursing.
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Renewal cycle
24months
Biennial, expires on last day of nurse's birth month
Contact hours
15
15 contact hours per renewal — No single fixed number — requires self-assessment + learning plan + ONE of 8 continuing-competence options. Common: 15 contact hours + 640 practice hours, OR 30 contact hours alone, OR national certification.
Administering boardNorth Carolina Board of Nursing
Verified against ncbon.com · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit North Carolina Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in North Carolina?
- Biennial, expires on last day of nurse's birth month
- How many contact hours do I need in North Carolina?
- 15 contact hours per renewal. No single fixed number — requires self-assessment + learning plan + ONE of 8 continuing-competence options. Common: 15 contact hours + 640 practice hours, OR 30 contact hours alone, OR national certification.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in North Carolina?
- Through North Carolina 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.