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Continuing Education

Illinois · Registered Nurse

20 contact hours every 2 years · 5 mandatory topics.

Requirements Overview

At a glance

Total Hours
20 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified

20 CE hours every 2 years. Due May 31 even years.

First Renewal

3 additional hours on cognitive impairments required at initial licensure only

Mandatory Topics

Required subject areas

Required subject areas for license renewal.

Sexual harassment

1h
Every cycle

Implicit bias

1h
Every cycle

Cultural competency

1h
Every cycle

Diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and other dementia types

1h
Every cycle

Diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with cognitive impairments

Initial licensure only

3h
Occasional
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