Continuing education requirements for:Iowa Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

License Renewal Cycle: Every 3 years

Total Credits: 24

Special Note: APRNs in the state of Iowa are also required to maintain their RN licensure.

General CE Requirements

  • Total Credits: 22

  • Frequency: Every 3 years

Specialty Requirements

  • Fluoroscopy

    • Total Credits: 0

    • Frequency: Every 3 years

    • Conditions:

      • APRNs who supervise fluoroscopy

  • Opioid and Substance Use Disorders

    • Total Credits: 2

    • Frequency: Every 3 renewal cycles

    • Conditions:

      • APRNs who prescribe opioids

State Board Contact Information

Website: dial.iowa.gov/about-dial/boards/board-nursing

Disclaimer: OOG Health provides up-to-date licensure info, but practitioners are responsible for knowing their own state's requirements.

Last updated: October 2, 2025

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Nurse Practitioner Requirements by State