New Hampshire Nurse Practitioner CE Requirements

Continuing education

APRN CE total

30 contact hours

Applies when: APRN renewal or reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  (d) Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | • | 30 Continuing Education Hours | | --- | --- | | • | 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology | | • | Graduate Nursing Program within 2 years of application date | | • | For more information on CE Broker, please see our CE Broker informational page | ***Click here to renew!
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
4. 4. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
5. 5. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | • | 30 Continuing Education Hours | | --- | --- | | • | 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology | | • | Graduate Nursing Program within 2 years of application date | | • | For more information on CE Broker, please see our CE Broker informational page | ***Click here to renew!***
APRN CE timeframe

Within the 2 years immediately preceding the date of application.

Applies when: APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  (d) Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
4. 4. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
Pharmacology CE

5 of the 30 hours shall be in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area.

Applies when: APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | • | 30 Continuing Education Hours | | --- | --- | | • | 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology | | • | Graduate Nursing Program within 2 years of application date | | • | For more information on CE Broker, please see our CE Broker informational page | ***Click here to renew!
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | • | 30 Continuing Education Hours | | --- | --- | | • | 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology | | • | Graduate Nursing Program within 2 years of application date | | • | For more information on CE Broker, please see our CE Broker informational page | ***Click here to renew!***
4. 4. oplc.nh.gov ↗
   Criminal background check  Verification of licensure through Nursys  Official Advanced Practice Transcripts: Must be submitted from degree institution to oplclicensing10@oplc.nh.gov  National Certificate: Upload into the online application • Must include issue date and expiration date  Education Requirements: Upload into the online application • 30 Continuing Education Hours, • 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology,
5. 5. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
Renewal CE total

30 contact hours

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  (d) Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | • | 30 Continuing Education Hours | | --- | --- | | • | 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology | | • | Graduate Nursing Program within 2 years of application date | | • | For more information on CE Broker, please see our CE Broker informational page | ***Click here to renew!
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
CE time window

Within 2 years immediately preceding the date of application.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  (d) Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
Pharmacology hours

5 of the 30 hours must be in pharmacology.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | • | 30 Continuing Education Hours | | --- | --- | | • | 5 of the 30 hours must be in Pharmacology | | • | Graduate Nursing Program within 2 years of application date | | • | For more information on CE Broker, please see our CE Broker informational page | ***Click here to renew!
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
Specialty-specific hours

At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
APRN CE total

30 contact hours within 2 years immediately preceding the date of application, in addition to RN renewal CE.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Each APRN applicant for APRN license renewal or reinstatement shall complete at least 30 contact hours of continuing education in addition to the continuing education requirements to renew or reinstate a RN license within the 2 years immediately preceding date of application.
APRN specialty and pharmacology split

At least 20 of the 30 hours must be specialty-specific, and 5 hours must be pharmacology appropriate to the specialty.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
active DEA opioid content

If the APRN has an active DEA number for prescribing in New Hampshire, 3 of the 5 pharmacology hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.

Applies when: Only for APRNs with an active DEA number.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.

Required CE topics

Specialty-specific hours

At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area.

Applies when: APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
DEA-linked pharmacology topic

If the APRN has an active DEA number for prescribing in New Hampshire, 3 of the 5 pharmacology hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.

Applies when: APRN renewal or reinstatement with active DEA number.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Applicants with a DEA # for NH must complete 3 of the 5 pharmacology hours in opioid prescribing / or pain management / or substance abuse disorder.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Board of Nurses Education and Training ## Active in Practice Requirements ### Continuing Education Requirements #### APRN - Specialty certification = 30 of the 60 required contact hours - and an additional 30 hours should include 5 hours of Pharmacology - For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.
DEA-linked pharmacology topic

If the APRN has an active DEA number for prescribing in New Hampshire, 3 of the 5 pharmacology hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.

Applies when: Only for APRNs with an active DEA number for prescribing in New Hampshire.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Applicants with a DEA # for NH must complete 3 of the 5 pharmacology hours in opioid prescribing / or pain management / or substance abuse disorder.
Mandatory CE topics

Specialty practice area content and pharmacology are required.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement CE.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **1. For APRN’s:** In addition to an active certification, 30 contact hours specific to APRN specialty, 5 of which shall be pharmacology specific, in 2 years prior to the date of your application.
DEA-linked pharmacology topic

For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire, 3 of the 5 pharmacology hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement with an active DEA # for prescribing in NH.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.
Specialty certification tie-in

The board states: APRN specialty certification = 30 of the 60 required contact hours, plus an additional 30 hours that should include 5 hours of pharmacology.

Applies when: For APRN active-in-practice CE guidance on the board page.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Board of Nurses Education and Training ## Active in Practice Requirements ### Continuing Education Requirements #### APRN - Specialty certification = 30 of the 60 required contact hours - and an additional 30 hours should include 5 hours of Pharmacology - For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.
mandatory APRN CE subjects

Specialty practice area content and pharmacology are required; DEA holders have an additional opioid, pain management, or substance use disorder topic requirement.

Applies when: For APRN renewal or reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  At least 20 of the 30 hours shall be specific to the specialty practice area, and 5 hours shall be education in pharmacology appropriate to the specialty practice area
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  For licensees with an active DEA # for prescribing in New Hampshire 3 of the 5 hours must address opioid prescribing, pain management, or substance abuse disorder.

Records and audits

CE attestation details

An applicant for renewal shall provide the total number of hours achieved and the name and beginning and ending date(s) of each course or activity claimed.

Applies when: APRN renewal CE attestation.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Plc 907.05 Information and Attestation Relative to Continuing Education. (a) An applicant for renewal shall provide the following information relative to continuing education: (1) The total number of hours achieved by the applicant in continuing education courses or other activities since the beginning of the current license term; and (2) The following information for each continuing education course and activity for which credit is claimed: a.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  The name of the course or activity; b.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  The beginning and ending date(s) of the course or activity;
4. 4. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  (b) Submission of the information shall constitute the applicant’s attestation that the applicant has met all continuing education requirements.

Renewal cycle and due date

Renewal interval

Licenses issued will expire 2 years from the date of issuance.

Applies when: NH license holders; general renewal schedule only.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  **: Beginning on July 15, 2023, licenses issued will expire two years from the date of issuance.
Renewal reminder timing

Renewal notifications are typically emailed 2 times before the license expiration date.

Applies when: NH license holders with an email on file.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Yes. Notifications for renewal are typically emailed two times prior to the license expiration date.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Notifications for renewal are typically emailed two times prior to the license expiration date.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  The email address used for setting up your account will receive the renewal notifications.
First online renewal code

A registration code is required if this is the first time renewing online, or if the account exists but the username is not remembered.

Applies when: First online renewal on the OPLC system.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # OPLC FAQs ## Frequently asked questions for the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification ### Exceptions: A registration code is required if this is your first time renewing online and you have not created an online account or you have a created an online account but do not remember your user name
Renewal status checker

The online application portal can be used to check the status of a renewal application.

Applies when: For APRN renewal applicants using OPLC online services.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit our online application portal to complete your application (You can also use this link to check the status of your renewal application)
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit our online application portal to complete your application (You can also use this link to check the status of your renewal application) - Checklist for Initial APRN License
renewal status checker

The online application portal can be used to check renewal application status.

Applies when: For APRN renewal applicants using OPLC online services.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit our online application portal to complete your application (You can also use this link to check the status of your renewal application)

Renewal steps

Renewal fees

APRN renewal fee

$110.00

Applies when: APRN renewal.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 |
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 | **Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)**
APRN reinstatement fee

$110.00

Applies when: APRN reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 |
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 | **Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)**
APRN renewal fee

$110.00

Applies when: For APRN renewal.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 |
APRN reinstatement fee

$110.00

Applies when: For APRN reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 |

Late, expired or inactive licenses

Expired less than 1 year

If the license has been expired less than 1 year, complete the paper Universal Application for License Renewal and mail it with the reinstatement fee.

Applies when: APRN reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  ### Reinstate a License - If your license has been **expired less than 1 year**, please complete the ***paper ***Universal Application for License *Renewal** ***and mail it to OPLC with your reinstatement fee
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  If your license has been expired for one year or less, you will need to complete the reinstatement application for your license type and provide all required documentation.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Reinstatements cannot be completed online at this time; you will need to complete the paper application which is accessible from the Application link on the homepage for the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
Expired or lapsed more than 1 year

If the license has been expired or lapsed for more than 1 year, reapply online using the online application portal.

Applies when: APRN licensure after lapse over 1 year.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  - Mail your completed applications, required forms and payment to: Office of Professional Licensure & Certification 7 Eagle Square Concord, NH 03301 Forms of Payment Accepted for Paper Applications: Personal Check, Money Order or Cashier's Check - If your license has been **expired or lapsed for more than 1 year**, please reapply ***online ***using our **online application portal.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  - Mail your completed applications, required forms and payment to: Office of Professional Licensure & Certification 7 Eagle Square Concord, NH 03301 Forms of Payment Accepted for Paper Applications: Personal Check, Money Order or Cashier's Check - If your license has been **expired or lapsed for more than 1 year**, please reapply ***online ***using our **online application portal.**
No online renewal for expired licenses

Expired licenses cannot be renewed online.

Applies when: Expired APRN licenses.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  • Expired licenses cannot be renewed online.
Expired less than 1 year

If the license has been expired less than 1 year, complete the paper Universal Application for License Renewal and mail it with the reinstatement fee.

Applies when: For APRN reinstatement.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  ### Reinstate a License - If your license has been **expired less than 1 year**, please complete the ***paper ***Universal Application for License *Renewal** ***and mail it to OPLC with your reinstatement fee
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  If your license has been expired for one year or less, you will need to complete the reinstatement application for your license type and provide all required documentation.
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Reinstatements cannot be completed online at this time; you will need to complete the paper application which is accessible from the Application link on the homepage for the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
Expired or lapsed more than 1 year

If the license has been expired or lapsed for more than 1 year, reapply online using the online application portal.

Applies when: For APRN licensure after lapse over 1 year.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  - Mail your completed applications, required forms and payment to: Office of Professional Licensure & Certification 7 Eagle Square Concord, NH 03301 Forms of Payment Accepted for Paper Applications: Personal Check, Money Order or Cashier's Check - If your license has been **expired or lapsed for more than 1 year**, please reapply ***online ***using our **online application portal.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  - Mail your completed applications, required forms and payment to: Office of Professional Licensure & Certification 7 Eagle Square Concord, NH 03301 Forms of Payment Accepted for Paper Applications: Personal Check, Money Order or Cashier's Check - If your license has been **expired or lapsed for more than 1 year**, please reapply ***online ***using our **online application portal.**
No online renewal for expired licenses

Expired licenses cannot be renewed online.

Applies when: For APRN licenses already expired.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  • Expired licenses cannot be renewed online.
Expired under 1 year

If the license has been expired less than 1 year, complete the paper Universal Application for License Renewal and mail it with the reinstatement fee.

Applies when: For APRN licenses expired less than 1 year.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  ### Reinstate a License - If your license has been **expired less than 1 year**, please complete the ***paper ***Universal Application for License *Renewal** ***and mail it to OPLC with your reinstatement fee
Expired or lapsed over 1 year

If the license has been expired or lapsed for more than 1 year, reapply online using the online application portal.

Applies when: For APRN licenses expired or lapsed more than 1 year.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  - Mail your completed applications, required forms and payment to: Office of Professional Licensure & Certification 7 Eagle Square Concord, NH 03301 Forms of Payment Accepted for Paper Applications: Personal Check, Money Order or Cashier's Check - If your license has been **expired or lapsed for more than 1 year**, please reapply ***online ***using our **online application portal.

Board and official links

Responsible agency

Office of Professional Licensure & Certification, Board of Nurses Education and Training.

Applies when: NH APRN renewal information.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Board of Nurses Education and Training
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Applications for APRN ## Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.
4. 4. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Professional Licensing ## The NH OPLC represents more than 50 licensed professions.
5. 5. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Professional Licensing ## The NH OPLC represents more than 50 licensed professions.
Portal link location

Visit your Board home page for the link to the Online Renewal portal.

Applies when: NH license renewal.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit your Board home page for the link to the Online Renewal portal.
Responsible agency

Office of Professional Licensure & Certification, Board of Nursing.

Applies when: For NH APRN renewal information.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Board of Nurses Education and Training
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Applications for APRN ## Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.
Official renewal access

The board directs applicants to the online application portal and the Board home page for the online renewal portal link.

Applies when: For NH APRN renewal.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit our online application portal to complete your application (You can also use this link to check the status of your renewal application) - Checklist for Initial APRN License
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit your Board home page for the link to the Online Renewal portal.
Fee page

The Board of Nursing License Fees page lists APRN renewal and reinstatement fees.

Applies when: For NH APRN fees.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  | Fee Type | Cost | | --- | --- | | Application Fee | $110.00 | | Renewal Fee | $110.00 | | Reinstatement Fee | $110.00 | **Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)**
responsible agency

Office of Professional Licensure & Certification; Board of Nurses Education and Training.

Applies when: For NH APRN renewal information.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Board of Nurses Education and Training
3. 3. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Applications for APRN ## Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.
official renewal materials

The APRN application resources page links to renewal-related materials and the online application portal.

Applies when: For APRN renewal applicants.
Source evidence
1. 1. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  Visit our online application portal to complete your application (You can also use this link to check the status of your renewal application)
2. 2. oplc.nh.gov ↗
  # Applications for APRN ## Welcome to Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Application Resources.

New Hampshire Nurse Practitioner Continuing Education Requirements

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Continuing education

Required CE topics

Records and audits

Renewal cycle and due date

Renewal steps

Renewal fees

Late, expired or inactive licenses

Board and official links