Mississippi LPN CE Courses (2026)

To renew your LPN license in Mississippi you need to satisfy the Mississippi Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.

What Mississippi requires for LPN renewal

CE hours requiredNo single fixed hour count — see details
Renewal cycle24 months
Governing bodyMississippi Board of Nursing

Mississippi does not mandate routine continuing education to renew an active LPN license; the Nursing Practice Law does not require CEUs as a prerequisite to renewal/maintenance. CE is only triggered by an extended absence: a nurse who has been out of practice for more than five years must complete at least 20 contact hours of accepted CE earned in the 2-year period immediately prior to the renewal/endorsement/reinstatement application. New-graduate LPNs initially licensed by exam are exempt for their first licensure period. Separately, Expanded Role LPNs (IV therapy and/or hemodialysis certification) must complete 10 contact hours of CE to renew that certification. No specific required topics are mandated for the general renewal.

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Mississippi LPN CE course providers

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Mississippi LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Mississippi?

Mississippi does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for LPN renewal. Mississippi does not mandate routine continuing education to renew an active LPN license; the Nursing Practice Law does not require CEUs as a prerequisite to renewal/maintenance. CE is only triggered by an extended absence: a nurse who has been out of practice for more than five years must complete at least 20 contact hours of accepted CE earned in the 2-year period immediately prior to the renewal/endorsement/reinstatement application. New-graduate LPNs initially licensed by exam are exempt for their first licensure period. Separately, Expanded Role LPNs (IV therapy and/or hemodialysis certification) must complete 10 contact hours of CE to renew that certification. No specific required topics are mandated for the general renewal.

Do online LPN CE courses count in Mississippi?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my Mississippi LPN CE?

Mississippi generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Mississippi Board of Nursing.

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Mississippi Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

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