Verified May 2026
Continuing Education
North Carolina · Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
50 contact hours every 2 years · 1 mandatory topic.
Requirements Overview
At a glance
Total Hours
50 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified
50 CE hours every 2 years. 20h specialty, 1h controlled substances annually.
Mandatory Topics
Required subject areas
Required subject areas for license renewal.
controlled substance prescribing practices, signs of abuse or misuse of controlled substances, and controlled substance prescribing for chronic pain management
1h
Every cycle
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