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Continuing Education

Iowa · Registered Nurse

36 contact hours every 3 years · 2 mandatory topics.

Requirements Overview

At a glance

Total Hours
36 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 3 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified

36 contact hours (3.6 CEUs) per 3-year renewal cycle.

Mandatory Topics

Required subject areas

Required subject areas for license renewal.

Dependent abuse

Every 5 years

2h
Occasional

Child abuse

Every 5 years

2h
Occasional
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