Nevada nurses can now complete their full 4-hour cultural competency continuing education requirement through Renew Now CE. The Nevada State Board of Nursing has added Renew Now CE’s Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses course to its official list of approved courses. The course provides all 4 required contact hours in one online program for $29.
For Nevada RNs, LPNs, APRNs, and CRNAs renewing their licenses in 2026 and beyond, this provides another Board-approved option for completing the cultural competency requirement that applies every two-year renewal cycle.
Quick Facts: Nevada Cultural Competency CE
- Board approval: Individually approved and listed by the Nevada State Board of Nursing
- Course: Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses
- Credit: 4 contact hours
- Requirement: 4 hours of cultural competency CE every license renewal cycle
- License types: RN, LPN, APRN, and CRNA
- Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
- Format: 100% online, self-paced
- Price: $29, one-time purchase
- Certificate: Available immediately after successful completion
- Official verification: Nevada State Board of Nursing Approved Cultural Competency Courses
View the Nevada Board-Approved 4-Hour Cultural Competency Course
Renew Now CE Added to Nevada’s Approved Cultural Competency Course List
The Nevada State Board of Nursing has included Renew Now CE on its official Approved Cultural Competency Courses list.
The listing identifies:
- Provider: Renew Now CE
- Course: Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses
- Approved credit: 4 contact hours
This approval is particularly relevant because Nevada requires nurses to complete 4 hours of cultural competency CE each renewal cycle, but not every course on the Board’s approved list provides all 4 hours.
Some approved programs award 2 or 3 contact hours, requiring nurses to complete additional approved education to reach the 4-hour minimum.
Renew Now CE’s course provides the entire requirement in one program, eliminating the need to combine multiple cultural competency courses.
Nurses can verify the listing directly through the Nevada State Board of Nursing’s official approved course document.
How Many Cultural Competency CE Hours Do Nevada Nurses Need in 2026?
Under NRS 632.343, Nevada nurses must complete 4 hours of cultural competency continuing education during every license renewal cycle.
The requirement increased from 2 hours to 4 hours effective January 1, 2024.
The requirement applies to:
- Registered Nurses (RNs)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
Nevada RNs and LPNs generally must complete 30 contact hours during each two-year renewal period. The 4 cultural competency hours count toward those 30 hours; they are not an additional requirement.
APRNs and CRNAs have additional continuing education obligations associated with advanced practice licensure. They must also complete the cultural competency requirement.
Individual renewal deadlines depend on the nurse’s license expiration date.
For current rules and license-specific requirements, consult the Nevada State Board of Nursing Continuing Education page.
Why Choosing a Full 4-Hour Approved Course Matters
Nevada nurses can meet the cultural competency requirement by combining multiple Board-approved courses totaling at least 4 hours.
However, completing one approved 4-hour course is a straightforward alternative.
For example, the Nevada State Board of Nursing offers a free cultural competency educational activity worth 2 contact hours. While those hours can contribute toward the requirement, that activity alone does not satisfy the full 4-hour mandate.
Renew Now CE’s course awards all 4 contact hours after successful completion.
The distinction is important: general continuing education accreditation is not the same as individual Nevada cultural competency course approval.
Renew Now CE’s course has been individually approved and appears on the Board’s published list, allowing nurses to verify the course before enrolling.
What Does Renew Now CE’s Nevada Cultural Competency Course Cover?
Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses was developed specifically for nursing professionals and addresses the populations and cultural competency concepts identified in Nevada law.
Course topics include:
- Cultural competency, cultural humility, diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Implicit and explicit bias in healthcare
- Race, ethnicity, religion, and spirituality
- Language access, health literacy, and culturally responsive communication
- LGBTQ+ patients and affirming care
- Children, older adults, and age-related considerations
- Veterans and military culture
- Patients with mental illness
- Intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities
- Neurodiversity, accessibility, and disability-related barriers
- Trauma-informed and patient-centered care
The course also incorporates nursing case scenarios, self-check questions, and a final post-test to help learners apply these concepts to clinical practice.
The program was authored by Vanessa Cameron, PhD, RN, and provides 4 nursing contact hours.
Renew Now CE is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation, Provider Number P0557.
How to Complete Your Nevada Cultural Competency CE
Nurses can complete the course online through Renew Now CE.
- Open the course page. Visit Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses – 4 Contact Hours.
- Purchase the course. The listed price is $29, with no subscription required.
- Complete the educational content. Review the self-paced material and nursing case scenarios.
- Pass the post-test. The course requires a score of at least 70%, with unlimited attempts available.
- Download your certificate. Renew Now CE provides an instant certificate after course completion for your renewal records.
The certificate documents completion of the 4-hour course. Nurses should retain it along with their other continuing education records.
Do Nevada Nurses Submit CE Certificates During Renewal?
Nevada generally does not require nurses to submit all continuing education certificates with the initial renewal application.
Instead, nurses affirm that they have completed the applicable continuing education requirements. The Board conducts random audits and may request documentation.
The Nevada State Board of Nursing recommends keeping CE certificates for at least four years. It recommends retaining the one-time bioterrorism certificate indefinitely.
Keep a copy of your Renew Now CE cultural competency certificate with your other renewal documentation, and make sure the course was completed within the applicable renewal period.
Common Nevada Cultural Competency CE Mistakes
Completing only 2 hours. Nevada increased the cultural competency requirement to 4 hours in 2024. A 2-hour course alone is no longer sufficient.
Assuming every cultural competency course is approved. Nurses should verify that the specific course appears on the Nevada Board’s approved course list.
Confusing the 4-hour requirement with additional CE. The cultural competency hours are included within the standard nursing CE requirement rather than added on top of it.
Treating the requirement as one-time training. Cultural competency CE is required every renewal cycle, unlike Nevada’s one-time bioterrorism education requirement.
Failing to retain completion documentation. Nurses should keep certificates available in case the Board requests proof during an audit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Renew Now CE approved by the Nevada State Board of Nursing for cultural competency?
Yes. Renew Now CE’s Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses course is individually approved and listed on the Nevada State Board of Nursing’s Approved Cultural Competency Courses document for 4 contact hours.
Does Renew Now CE’s course meet the full Nevada 4-hour cultural competency requirement?
Yes. The course provides all 4 required contact hours in one Board-approved program. Nurses do not need to take a second cultural competency course to reach the 4-hour minimum.
Is Nevada cultural competency CE required every renewal?
Yes. Nevada requires 4 hours of cultural competency continuing education during every two-year nursing license renewal cycle.
Can Nevada nurses complete cultural competency CE online?
Yes. The Board-approved Renew Now CE course is entirely online and self-paced, including its educational content and post-test.
How much does the Renew Now CE Nevada cultural competency course cost?
The course is currently listed at $29 for 4 contact hours, with no subscription required.
Does the course count toward the 30 hours required for Nevada RN renewal?
Yes. The 4 cultural competency contact hours count toward the 30 contact hours generally required for RN and LPN renewal in Nevada.
Is the course approved for Nevada APRNs and CRNAs?
Yes. The course addresses the cultural competency CE requirement applicable to Nevada APRNs and CRNAs. Advanced practice nurses must separately verify and complete any additional CE requirements associated with their license and prescribing authority.
Do I need to submit my certificate to the Nevada Board?
Typically, nurses affirm CE compliance when renewing and retain their certificates for potential audits. Keep your course completion certificate with your renewal records.
Nevada Nursing Renewal Checklist
Before submitting your renewal application:
- Verify your nursing license expiration date.
- Confirm the continuing education requirements for your license type.
- Complete 4 hours of Nevada Board-approved cultural competency CE.
- Complete any remaining general or specialty-specific CE.
- Download and retain your completion certificates.
- Submit your renewal through the Nevada State Board of Nursing’s official renewal process.
Complete All 4 Cultural Competency Hours With Renew Now CE
Renew Now CE’s newly listed course gives Nevada nurses an individually Board-approved way to complete the entire cultural competency requirement online.
The course provides 4 contact hours, nursing-specific content, self-paced learning, and an instant completion certificate for $29.
Enroll in Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses – 4 Contact Hours
Sources
- Nevada State Board of Nursing – Approved Cultural Competency Courses
- Nevada State Board of Nursing – Continuing Education Requirements
- Renew Now CE – Nevada Cultural Competency for Nurses
Disclaimer: This article summarizes current renewal requirements for informational purposes only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules with the relevant licensing board before renewing.
