Alabama nursing CE requirements
RN license renewal · checked against the board on 2026-10-29
- Contact hours
- 24
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Required topics
- 1
Alabama RNs need 24 contact hours every 2 years.
Required topics
- 4 h board-provided course on Alabama nursing law, scope and standards of practice (before first renewal)
Good to know
Hours are prorated if you were licensed by exam, reinstatement or endorsement during the earning period.
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- https://www.abn.alabama.gov/abn-nursing-excellence/nursing-ce/online-courses/faqs/
- https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/alabama/Ala-Admin-Code-r-610-X-4-.08
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RN rules only; advanced-practice, LPN and first-renewal rules can differ. Boards change their rules, so confirm with the Alabama Board of Nursing before you renew. General information, not legal advice. RN PocketPal does not award CE credit.