Continuing education requirements for:Iowa Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

Advance your nursing knowledge with OOG Health while completing your Iowa nursing license renewal. We offer free CEUs for nurses in Iowa, making board-ready, evidence-based LPN CEUs straightforward. Progress through Iowa nursing CE requirements at a pace that fits your schedule.

OOG Health is accredited by ANCC, ACCME, and ACPE through joint accreditation with Pinnacle Conference, LLC. Earn Iowa nursing CEUs while completing CE stress-free.

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.

State Board Contact Information

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

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General CE Requirements

  • Total Credits: 22

  • Frequency: Every 3 years

Specialty Requirements

  • Fluoroscopy

    • Total Credits: 0

    • Frequency: Every 3 years

  • Opioid and Substance Use Disorders

    • Total Credits: 2

    • Frequency: Every 3 renewal cycles

    • Special Note: APRN-specific training addressing current CDC prescribing guidelines for opioids

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

Nurse Practitioner Requirements by State