Continuing education requirements for:Iowa Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

License Renewal Cycle: Every 2 years

Total Credits: 24

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

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General CE Requirements

  • Total Credits: 22

  • Frequency: Every 2 years

Specialty Requirements

  • Fluoroscopy Safety
    • Total Credits: 0

    • Frequency: Every 2 years

    • Special Note: APRN-specific training including radiation physics, radiobiology, radiological safety and management (time, dose, distance, shielding, radiation effects)

  • Opioid and Substance Use Disorders
    • Total Credits: 2

    • Frequency: Every 1 renewal cycle

    • 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: July 16, 2025