Massachusetts Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Massachusetts registered nurses need 15 contact hrs / 2 yrs. The board also requires 1 mandatory topic (listed below). Renewal: RN: birthday in even years. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Massachusetts board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
15 contact hrs / 2 yrs
Cycle & deadline
RN: birthday in even years; LPN: birthday in odd years; first renewal exempt
LPN / LVN
15 contact hrs
Reporting
No; attest, keep 4 yrs
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Massachusetts board of nursing (244 CMR 5.00) · Checked against the full official board page
Massachusetts CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 15 contact hrs / 2 yrs |
| LPN / LVN | 15 contact hrs |
| APRN | APRNs must keep current national certification to keep APRN authorization |
Required (mandatory) topics in Massachusetts
| Required topic |
|---|
| Domestic & sexual violence training (Chapter 260) |
Massachusetts license renewal deadline & cycle
RN: birthday in even years; LPN: birthday in odd years; first renewal exempt
First renewal: No CE required for your first renewal.
How to renew your Massachusetts nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 15 contact hrs / 2 yrs.
- Report or record CE: No; attest, keep 4 yrs.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Massachusetts 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.
Is Massachusetts a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Massachusetts has enacted the NLC but it is not implemented yet, so multistate licenses are not valid there yet.
Where to take Massachusetts-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Massachusetts nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Massachusetts RN need?
15 contact hrs / 2 yrs.
When does a Massachusetts nursing license expire?
RN: birthday in even years; LPN: birthday in odd years; first renewal exempt.
What mandatory CE topics does Massachusetts require?
Required topics: Domestic & sexual violence training (Chapter 260).
Does Massachusetts use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No; attest, keep 4 yrs.
Do Massachusetts LPNs/LVNs need CE?
15 contact hrs.
What CE do Massachusetts APRNs need?
APRNs must keep current national certification to keep APRN authorization.
Is my first Massachusetts renewal exempt from CE?
No CE required for your first renewal.
Is Massachusetts a compact (NLC) state?
Massachusetts has enacted the NLC but it is not implemented yet, so multistate licenses are not valid there yet.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/mandatory-continuing-education-for-nurses
Rule: 244 CMR 5.00
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-read official page Oct 16, 2026; values match.