Is your Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license expiring in 2026? This updated guide walks you through everything you need to renew by the March 31, 2026 deadline, including required continuing education (CE) hours, pain management, implicit bias, and how to use the MiPLUS portal.
When Is the Michigan RN License Renewal Deadline?
Michigan RN licenses expire every two years on March 31. That means your next renewal deadline is March 31, 2026. Be sure to complete your CE and submit your renewal application before this date to avoid penalties.
How Many CE Hours Are Required for Michigan RN License Renewal in 2026?
To renew your Michigan RN license, you must complete 25 contact hours of continuing education (CE) during the renewal cycle. Within those 25 hours, the following topics are mandatory:
- 2 hours of Pain and Pain Symptom Management (every cycle)
- 2 hours of Implicit Bias Training (every cycle)
- 1 hour of Human Trafficking (one-time requirement)
Renew Now CE offers a complete Michigan RN 4-Hour Required CE Package that includes all three of these required trainings. You can add any ANCC-approved CE to reach the 25-hour total.
Can I Complete All Michigan Nursing CE Online?
Yes. All 25 hours can be completed online as long as they are from a Michigan Board of Nursing-accepted provider or ANCC-accredited provider like Renew Now CE (Provider ID: P0557).
However, the state limits you to completing no more than 12 CE hours within a 24-hour period. Plan ahead to allow at least 3 days to meet your requirements.
What Happens If You Miss the Michigan RN Renewal Deadline?
If you miss the March 31, 2026 deadline, you have a 60-day grace period to complete the renewal with a $20 late fee. If you still don’t renew, your license will lapse and you must go through the relicensure process, which involves:
- Paying additional relicensure fees ($70–$100)
- Submitting proof of completed CE
- Waiting for Board review and approval
Practicing with an expired license is not allowed and may result in disciplinary action.
How to Submit Your Michigan RN License Renewal via MiPLUS
You will renew your license through the MiPLUS portal. Here’s how: