Indiana is one of a handful of states that does not require continuing education for RN license renewal. The Indiana State Board of Nursing renews RN licenses biennially, with a deadline of October 31 of odd-numbered years, and there are no mandatory CE hours or topics for RNs. Note that APRNs with prescriptive authority have separate CE obligations that do not apply to RN renewal. Below is what you need to know.
No mandatory CE
Indiana does not require continuing education to renew an RN license.
Biennial renewal
RN licenses renew every two years by October 31 of odd-numbered years.
Keep your records
Even though CE is not required, keep certificates for any voluntary CE in case of audit.
APRNs differ
APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including 8 of pharmacology.
Does Indiana require CE for RNs?
No. The Indiana State Board of Nursing does not require continuing education for RN license renewal, and there are no mandated CE topics for RNs.
Mandated subject requirements
There are no mandated CE subject requirements for Indiana RNs.
Renewal cycle and deadlines
Indiana RN licenses renew every two years, with a deadline of October 31 of odd-numbered years.
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Always confirm with your licensing board
Indiana does not require continuing education for RN license renewal. Licenses renew biennially by October 31 of odd-numbered years. APRNs with prescriptive authority have separate CE obligations (30 contact hours including 8 hours of pharmacology), but those do not apply to RN renewal.
CE requirements change. Confirm current rules with the Indiana State Board of Nursing before relying on these figures.
Source: Indiana State Board of Nursing (Professional Licensing Agency). Board website · Researched as of 2026-06-01 · CME rules change; this is administrative guidance, not legal or CME-accreditation advice.
Licensed in more than one state?
Nurse Licensure Compact: active. Active. One multistate RN/LPN license from the home state authorizes practice in member states; practice-state requirements (including CE) may still overlay.
Each state license carries its own CME requirement and renewal date — if you hold more than one, you need a plan for each.
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Indiana RN Continuing Education Requirements — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Indiana require CE for RNs?
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No — Indiana does not require continuing education for RN license renewal.
When do Indiana RN licenses renew?
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Every two years, by October 31 of odd-numbered years.
Do Indiana APRNs need CE?
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Yes — APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 contact hours including 8 hours of pharmacology, but this does not apply to RN renewal.
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