Ohio
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Ohio (2026)
24 contact hours per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Ohio Board of Nursing.
Verified & sourcedSee citation below
Renewal cycle
24months
Biennial, renews in odd-numbered years; license lapses Nov 1 if not renewed
Contact hours
24
24 contact hours per renewal — 24 contact hours per 2-year period, of which at least 1 hour must be Category A (Ohio Nurse Practice Act, Chapter 4723). First renewal after initial NCLEX licensure is exempt.
- Category A - Ohio Nurse Practice Act (1 hr)
Administering boardOhio Board of Nursing
Verified against nursing.ohio.gov · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Ohio Board of Nursing
Keep exploring
More registered nurses states
Browse all statesFrequently asked questions
- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Ohio?
- Biennial, renews in odd-numbered years; license lapses Nov 1 if not renewed
- How many contact hours do I need in Ohio?
- 24 contact hours per renewal. 24 contact hours per 2-year period, of which at least 1 hour must be Category A (Ohio Nurse Practice Act, Chapter 4723). First renewal after initial NCLEX licensure is exempt.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Ohio?
- Through Ohio 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.