Massachusetts RN & NP License Renewal CE Package

$40.00

15 Contact Hours

Includes 5 Pharmacology Hours

Required For: MA

About the package

Fulfill Your Massachusetts Nursing CE Requirements with Ease

This Massachusetts Board of Nursing-approved Continuing Education (CE) package is designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) renewing their licenses. Complete your CE online at your own pace—no subscription required.

What's Included

For RNs:

15 Contact Hours — Satisfies all CE requirements for Massachusetts RN license renewal. RNs renew every two years before their birthdate in even-numbered years (2026, 2028, etc.).

For NPs (APRN Prescribers):

15 Contact Hours + 2-Hour Pain Management Course — Includes opioid prescribing education required under Massachusetts General Law (M.G.L. c. 94C s.18(e)) for MCSR and APRN license renewal.

Note: Massachusetts requires Domestic & Sexual Violence training taken separately through chapter260training.org (free). Cognitive Impairment training is a one-time career requirement, not needed each renewal.

Pain & Opioid Prescribing Course (For NPs)

The 2-hour Pain and Pain Symptom Management course included in this package covers all topics required by Massachusetts law for APRN prescribers:

Effective pain management strategies • Risks of opioid abuse, addiction, and misuse • Identifying patients at risk for substance use disorders • Safe prescribing practices and appropriate opioid quantities • Patient counseling on medication risks, storage, and disposal • Opioid antagonists, overdose prevention, and access to naloxone

Why Choose This Package?

Board Approved — Meets all Massachusetts CE requirements for RNs and NPs
No Subscription — One payment, lifetime access to your courses
Self-Paced Online — Complete on your schedule from any device
Instant Certificates — Download your CE certificates immediately upon completion

Massachusetts Board Approved

Are Renew Now CE courses accepted in Massachusetts?

Yes. Renew Now CE is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing accepts continuing education from ANCC-accredited providers for RN and APRN license renewal.

ANCC Provider Number: P0557 • Accreditation Valid Through: 2029

Frequently Asked Questions

How many CE hours do Massachusetts RNs need for license renewal?

Massachusetts RNs must complete 15 contact hours of continuing education every two years before their birthdate in even-numbered years (2026, 2028, etc.).

Is Renew Now CE accepted by the Massachusetts Board of Nursing?

Yes. Renew Now CE is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Provider Number P0164. The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing accepts continuing education from ANCC-accredited providers.

Does this package include the Domestic & Sexual Violence training?

No. Massachusetts requires this training be completed separately through chapter260training.org, which offers it free of charge.

Does this package meet the NP opioid and pain management requirement?

Yes. The 2-hour Pain and Pain Symptom Management course satisfies Massachusetts General Law (M.G.L. c. 94C s.18(e)) requirements for APRN prescribers renewing their MCSR.

What is the one-time Cognitive Impairment training requirement?

Massachusetts requires nurses to complete Alzheimer's and dementia training once during their career—not with every renewal. This package focuses on biennial renewal requirements only.

What happens if I don't complete CE before my renewal deadline?

Failure to complete CE requirements may result in a lapsed or inactive license, requiring additional steps for reinstatement. The Massachusetts Board recommends completing all required CE well in advance of your renewal deadline.