Michigan Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Michigan registered nurses need 25 hrs / 2 yrs. The board also requires 3 mandatory topics (listed below). Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Michigan board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
25 hrs / 2 yrs
Cycle & deadline
Biennial
LPN / LVN
25 hrs
Reporting
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs)
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Michigan board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Michigan CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 25 hrs / 2 yrs |
| LPN / LVN | 25 hrs |
Required (mandatory) topics in Michigan
| Required topic |
|---|
| 2 hrs pain mgmt |
| implicit bias 1 hr/yr |
| one-time human trafficking |
Michigan license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial
How to renew your Michigan nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 25 hrs / 2 yrs.
- Report or record CE: No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs).
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Michigan 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 Michigan
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs)
Is Michigan a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No. Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Michigan license to practice there.
Where to take Michigan-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Michigan nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Michigan RN need?
25 hrs / 2 yrs.
When does a Michigan nursing license expire?
Biennial.
What mandatory CE topics does Michigan require?
Required topics: 2 hrs pain mgmt; implicit bias 1 hr/yr; one-time human trafficking.
Does Michigan use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No - attest at renewal, keep records for audit (keep 4 yrs).
Do Michigan LPNs/LVNs need CE?
25 hrs.
Is Michigan a compact (NLC) state?
No. Michigan is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Michigan license to practice there.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/nursing/nursing-licensing-guide-and-faqs
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.