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Continuing Education

Arizona · Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

45 contact hours every 4 years · 2 mandatory topics.

Requirements Overview

At a glance

Total Hours
45 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 4 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified

960 practice hours + 3h opioid/addiction CE if DEA license. Must maintain APRN certification.

Mandatory Topics

Required subject areas

Required subject areas for license renewal.

Pharmacology or Clinical management of drug therapy

Within three years preceding application, covering topics consistent with population focus

45h
Every cycle

Opioid-related, substance use disorder-related or addiction-related education

Required for APRNs holding active DEA license

3h
Every cycle
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