ILLINOIS NURSE PRACTITIONER LICENSE RENEWAL: YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE
Meeting the Illinois APRN license renewal and pharmacotherapeutics CE requirements is essential for maintaining your prescriptive authority and compliance with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Renew Now CE makes it simple with our 20-hour online Pharmacotherapeutics CE package, specifically designed for Illinois nurse practitioners.
This all-in-one bundle includes all 20 pharmacotherapeutics hours required for renewal—including the 10 hours mandated on opioids, addiction, and pain management—and is 100% online and ANCC-accredited.
ILLINOIS APRN LICENSE RENEWAL CE REQUIREMENTS
According to the Illinois Board of Nursing, all APRNs must complete 80 hours of continuing education every two years. These include:
- 50 hours of accredited CE (e.g., ANCC, ACCME)
- 20 hours of pharmacotherapeutics
- 10 of those 20 hours must cover opioid prescribing, substance abuse, or pain management
- Completion of implicit bias training and other state-mandated modules (separate from this package)
Our 20-hour Illinois Pharmacotherapeutics CE Package is designed to fulfill all of your required pharmacology hours in one easy step.
WHY CHOOSE THE ILLINOIS APRN CE PACKAGE FROM RENEW NOW CE?
State-Compliant Content: Courses are aligned with Illinois APRN renewal requirements, including opioid CE.
Flexible Online Access: Complete all 20 hours at your own pace, on your own schedule.
Instant Certification: Download your certificate immediately upon completion.
Accredited Provider: All courses meet ANCC standards and count toward Illinois license renewal.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE 20-HOUR PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS PACKAGE?
This package includes:
- Opioids (6 hours)
- Substance Use & Addiction (6 hours)
- Cannabis in Clinical Practice (3 hours)
- Pain Management (3 hours)
- Cannabis Pharmacology (1 hour)
- Ketamine in Chronic Pain & Depression (1 hour)
This package delivers all the pharmacology and opioid/substance use education you need to meet Illinois CE requirements.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
How often do Illinois APRNs need to renew their licenses?
Illinois APRNs renew their licenses every two years. The next renewal deadline is May 31, 2025.
How many CE hours do I need to renew my APRN license in Illinois?
You need 80 hours total, including 50 accredited hours and 20 pharmacotherapeutics hours (10 of which must focus on opioids/addiction).
Are these courses approved for Illinois APRNs?
Yes. All courses in this package are ANCC-accredited and meet IDFPR renewal requirements.
Can I complete my CE hours online?
Yes! All courses are 100% online and self-paced.
Is this package appropriate for Full Practice Authority (FPA) APRNs?
Yes. The 20-hour pharmacotherapeutics requirement applies to all APRNs, including those with FPA.
What happens if I don’t complete my CE requirements before the renewal deadline?
Failure to complete your CE on time could result in a lapse in licensure, fines, or disciplinary action. We recommend completing CE well in advance.
ENROLL TODAY & STAY COMPLIANT
Don’t wait until the last minute to renew your license. Our 20-Hour Illinois Pharmacotherapeutics CE Package makes meeting your state CE requirements quick and easy—so you can stay focused on patient care.
For more information, visit the Illinois Board of Nursing CE Requirements.