Illinois APRN License Renewal | 20-Hour Pharmacotherapeutics CE Package

Name: Illinois APRN License Renewal | 20-Hour Pharmacotherapeutics CE Package — $150.00
Brand: Renew Now CE

$150.00

20 Contact Hours

Includes 20 Pharmacology Hours

Required For: IL

About the package

Illinois APRN License Renewal 2026: 20-Hour Pharmacotherapeutics CE Package

Complete Pharmacology Requirement • Includes 10+ Opioid/Substance Use Hours • ANCC Accredited

ANCC Provider P0557 • No Subscription Required • IDFPR Compliant

✓ Content Last Updated: January 2026

Illinois APRN Pharmacotherapeutics Requirement

Illinois APRNs must complete 80 contact hours of CE every two years for license renewal. Of those 80 hours:

At least 20 hours must be in pharmacotherapeutics
At least 10 of those 20 hours must focus on opioids or substance use disorders

This package fulfills your entire 20-hour pharmacotherapeutics requirement, including all required opioid/substance use hours. One purchase. No subscription.

Renew Now CE is an accredited provider through the American Nurse Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC) (Provider P0557.

Pharmacology Hours

Opioid/Substance Hours

100%

Online

$150

One-Time Price

Complete Illinois APRN Pharmacotherapeutics in One Package

ANCC Accredited (P0557)
National credentialing standards

No Subscription Required
One-time purchase, no recurring fees

Exceeds Opioid Requirement
16 hours (10 required)

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Why Illinois APRNs Choose Renew Now CE

Nationally Accredited: ANCC Provider P0557 – accepted by Illinois IDFPR for APRN license renewal
No Subscriptions, Ever: Pay $150 once for all 20 pharmacology hours. No recurring charges, no auto-renewals.
Exceeds Requirements: 16 hours of opioid/substance use content (only 10 required) – extra margin for compliance
CSR Holders Covered: Includes 3-hour Safe Opioid Prescribing course for Controlled Substances Registration holders
Instant Certificates: Download your CE certificates immediately upon completion
Real Human Support: Fast, reliable help from our U.S.-based team

All 6 Courses Included in This Package

Illinois 3-Hour Controlled Substance CE – Safe Opioid Prescribing

Required for Illinois APRNs holding a Controlled Substances Registration (CSR). Covers safe prescribing practices, risk assessment, and Illinois-specific regulations.

3 Hours • Opioid/Substance Use • ANCC P0557

Opioids – Comprehensive 6-Hour Course

Clinical use, misuse prevention, safety protocols, and evidence-based prescribing strategies for opioid medications.

6 Hours • Opioid/Substance Use • ANCC P0557

Medications with Potential for Misuse

Examines commonly misused prescription medications beyond opioids, addiction risk factors, and clinical intervention approaches.

6 Hours • Opioid/Substance Use • ANCC P0557

Cannabis – Medical Use & Pharmacology

Reviews the pharmacology, therapeutic applications, and clinical considerations for medical cannabis in patient care.

3 Hours • Pharmacology • ANCC P0557

Cannabis Use and Surgery

Pre- and post-operative risks, anesthesia considerations, and clinical management for patients using cannabis.

1 Hour • Pharmacology • ANCC P0557

Ketamine, Esketamine and Treatment-Resistant Depression

Off-label and FDA-approved uses of ketamine in mental health treatment and pain management applications.

1 Hour • Pharmacology • ANCC P0557

Total: 20 Pharmacotherapeutics Hours

Opioid/Substance Use: 16 hours (exceeds 10-hour requirement) • General Pharmacology: 4 hours

Track Your Illinois APRN CE Requirements

Use this checklist to monitor your continuing education progress and ensure compliance with all 80-hour renewal requirements:

Illinois APRN 80-Hour CE Tracking Checklist

ANCC Accredited & Illinois IDFPR Compliant

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Renew Now CE is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Provider Number P0557.

Gold Standard: ANCC accreditation is recognized by nursing boards nationwide

Illinois IDFPR Compliance

This package meets all Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation requirements for APRN pharmacotherapeutics CE, including the opioid/substance use mandate.

State Approved: Meets 2026 Illinois APRN renewal requirements

Your Illinois APRN Pharmacotherapeutics Requirement – Guaranteed Accepted

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Trusted by Illinois APRNs

Our pharmacology courses are developed by licensed healthcare providers and reviewed for clinical relevance. Renew Now CE provides high-quality, research-based content that meets all Illinois APRN requirements – with no subscription required.

Complete your pharmacotherapeutics requirement with confidence. One price. No subscription.

Complete Your Illinois APRN Pharmacotherapeutics Today

All 20 required pharmacology hours in one package – including 16 hours of opioid/substance use content.

ANCC Accredited (P0557) Exceeds Opioid Requirement No Subscription Required

Official Requirements: For complete Illinois APRN license renewal requirements, visit the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CE requirements for Illinois APRN license renewal?

Illinois APRNs must complete 80 contact hours of continuing education every two-year renewal period under 225 ILCS 65 and IDFPR rules. Of those 80 hours, at least 20 must be in pharmacotherapeutics, and of those 20 pharmacotherapeutics hours, at least 10 must be focused on opioids or other substance use disorders. The 2026 Illinois APRN renewal deadline is May 31, 2026. This package fulfills the complete 20-hour pharmacotherapeutics requirement including the 10-hour opioid and substance use mandate.

Does this package satisfy the full Illinois APRN pharmacotherapeutics requirement including the opioid mandate?

Yes — completely. This package provides all 20 required pharmacotherapeutics hours, including more than 10 hours focused on opioids and substance use disorders. Specifically: the 6-hour Opioids course, the 3-hour Illinois Controlled Substance CE for CSR holders, and the 6-hour Medications with Potential for Misuse course collectively exceed the 10-hour opioid and substance use disorder requirement. The remaining hours (Cannabis, Cannabis Use and Surgery, and Ketamine) round out the full 20-hour pharmacotherapeutics total.

I hold an Illinois Controlled Substances Registration (CSR). Is the 3-hour Safe Opioid Prescribing course in this package required for me specifically?

Yes. Illinois APRNs who hold a Controlled Substances Registration (CSR) are required to complete 3 hours of CE in safe opioid prescribing as part of their pharmacotherapeutics requirement. This package includes the Illinois 3-Hour Controlled Substance CE course specifically designed for CSR holders. If you do not hold a CSR, this course still counts toward your general pharmacotherapeutics hours.

This package covers 20 pharmacotherapeutics hours. What about the remaining 60 CE hours I need?

This package covers only the pharmacotherapeutics portion of your requirement. Illinois APRNs need 80 total CE hours per renewal cycle. This package satisfies the 20-hour pharmacotherapeutics mandate — the remaining 60 hours can be completed through any ANCC-accredited CE provider in clinical topics relevant to your advanced practice role. Renew Now CE offers additional CE courses and bundles that can help you reach the full 80-hour requirement.

Are all the courses in this package ANCC-accredited and accepted by IDFPR?

Yes. All courses are provided by Renew Now CE, ANCC Accredited Provider P0557. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation accepts CE from ANCC-accredited providers. Your pharmacotherapeutics hours will be fully accepted for Illinois APRN license renewal.

When is the Illinois APRN license renewal deadline?

The Illinois APRN license renewal deadline is May 31, 2026. All 80 required CE hours including the 20 pharmacotherapeutics hours must be completed before you attest to compliance on your renewal application. Do not wait until the final days — complete your pharmacotherapeutics requirement now and use the remaining weeks to finish your general CE hours.

Do I have to complete all 20 hours at once?

strong>No. Each of the six courses in this package is independent and your progress saves automatically within each course. You can complete one course at a time across multiple sessions or days. Most learners complete the full 20 hours over several sittings. Given the May 31, 2026 deadline, starting now gives you ample time to finish without pressure.

What if I don't pass the post-test on my first attempt?

No problem — you have unlimited attempts on every post-test at no extra charge. Review the material and retake as many times as needed. Once you pass, your certificate downloads instantly.