Mississippi Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
Mississippi does not require general CE hours to renew an RN license; CE (20 hours) is needed only if you haven't practiced in more than 5 years. Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Mississippi board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
None routine (20 hrs only if not practicing >5 yrs)
Cycle & deadline
Biennial; RN expires Dec 31 of even years (renewal opens Jul 1)
LPN / LVN
None routine (same as RN)
Reporting
No
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Mississippi board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Mississippi CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | None routine (20 hrs only if not practicing >5 yrs) |
| LPN / LVN | None routine (same as RN) |
Required (mandatory) topics in Mississippi
None specified by the board.
Mississippi license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial; RN expires Dec 31 of even years (renewal opens Jul 1)
How to renew your Mississippi nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: None routine (20 hrs only if not practicing >5 yrs).
- Report or record CE: No.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Mississippi 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 Mississippi a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Mississippi is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Mississippi-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Mississippi nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Mississippi RN need?
None routine (20 hrs only if not practicing >5 yrs).
When does a Mississippi nursing license expire?
Biennial; RN expires Dec 31 of even years (renewal opens Jul 1).
What mandatory CE topics does Mississippi require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Mississippi use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No.
Do Mississippi LPNs/LVNs need CE?
None routine (same as RN).
Is Mississippi a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Mississippi 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://www.msbn.ms.gov/node/192
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.