Delaware Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Delaware registered nurses need 30 contact hrs / 2 yrs + practice req (1,000 hrs in 5 yrs or 400 in 2). The board also requires 1 mandatory topic (listed below). Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Delaware board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
30 contact hrs / 2 yrs + practice req (1,000 hrs in 5 yrs or 400 in 2)
Cycle & deadline
Biennial; LPN expires Feb 28 even years; RN per DELPROS notice
LPN / LVN
24 contact hrs per renewal period
Reporting
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (enter CE in DELPROS tracker; upload only if audited)
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Delaware board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Delaware CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 30 contact hrs / 2 yrs + practice req (1,000 hrs in 5 yrs or 400 in 2) |
| LPN / LVN | 24 contact hrs per renewal period |
Required (mandatory) topics in Delaware
| Required topic |
|---|
| 3 hrs substance abuse |
Delaware license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial; LPN expires Feb 28 even years; RN per DELPROS notice
How to renew your Delaware nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 30 contact hrs / 2 yrs + practice req (1,000 hrs in 5 yrs or 400 in 2).
- Report or record CE: No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (enter CE in DELPROS tracker; upload only if audited).
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Delaware board site.
- Keep certificates in case of audit.
Renewal fees & late renewal
RN renewal fee: not yet verified by us. Check your board's renewal page for the current fee.
Late renewal: late fees and lapse rules vary; check your board's renewal page. Don't practice on an expired license.
CE Broker / reporting in Delaware
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (enter CE in DELPROS tracker; upload only if audited)
Is Delaware a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Delaware is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Delaware-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Delaware nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Delaware RN need?
30 contact hrs / 2 yrs + practice req (1,000 hrs in 5 yrs or 400 in 2).
When does a Delaware nursing license expire?
Biennial; LPN expires Feb 28 even years; RN per DELPROS notice.
What mandatory CE topics does Delaware require?
Required topics: 3 hrs substance abuse.
Does Delaware use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (enter CE in DELPROS tracker; upload only if audited).
Do Delaware LPNs/LVNs need CE?
24 contact hrs per renewal period.
Is Delaware a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Delaware is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/nursing/continuing-education-and-audit-information/
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.