Continuing education requirements for:Mississippi Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

License Renewal Cycle: Every 2 years

Total Credits: 5

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

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General CE Requirements

There are no CE requirements for APRNs in the state of Mississippi. For alternative options regarding license renewal, please contact your state board.

Specialty Requirements

  • Opioid and Substance Use Disorders
    • Total Credits: 5

    • Frequency: Every 1 renewal cycle

    • Special Note: Complete a minimum of five (5) contact hours of continuing education directly related to controlled substances per State Certification Period. This requirement applies to all APRNs, irrespective of controlled substance prescriptive authority.

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