Illinois RN or LPN License Renewal CE: 20-Hour Complete Bundle includes All 4 Mandated CE (Instant Certs)

Name: Complete your Illinois RN or LPN 20-hour CE requirement. All 4 mandated topics, ANCC-accredited (P0557), certificates instantly. One-time $49, no subscription. — $49.00
Brand: Renew Now CE

$49.00

20 Contact Hours

Includes 2 Pharmacology Hours

Required For: IL

About the package

Illinois Nursing CE: 20-Hour Renewal Bundle for RNs & LPNs

All 4 Mandated Topics Included • ANCC Accredited • Certificates Available Immediately After Completion

ANCC Provider P0557 • No Subscription Required • $49 One-Time Price

Content Last Updated: July 15, 2026
We actively monitor Illinois Board of Nursing requirements and rebuild this bundle whenever mandates change.

Which Illinois license are you renewing?

Illinois RNs and LPNs renew on different cycles. The 20 hours and the four mandated topics are the same — your deadline is not.

Registered Nurse (RN)

20 contact hours

Deadline: May 31, 2028

See RN requirements →

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

20 contact hours

Deadline: January 31, 2027

See LPN requirements →

Searching for "Illinois LVN"? Illinois licenses LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses). LVN is the title used in Texas and California. If you hold an Illinois practical nursing license, the LPN section below is yours.

One Package Covers Both Licenses

Illinois requires 20 contact hours per 2-year renewal cycle for both RNs and LPNs, and both licenses share the same four mandated CE topics: Sexual Harassment Prevention, Implicit Bias, Cultural Competency, and Alzheimer's/Dementia.

Renew Now CE ANCC Accredited Provider P0557

Renew Now CE is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation, Provider P0557. ANCC accredited or approved providers are named as approved CE sponsors in the Illinois Nurse Practice Act Rules, Section 1300.130(c)(1)(C) — for both RN and LPN relicensure.

Contact Hours

Mandatory Topics

100%

Online

$49

One-Time Price

For Illinois Registered Nurses (RN)

Illinois RN Renewal Deadline: May 31, 2028

Illinois RNs must complete 20 contact hours before attesting to CE completion for renewal.

All CE must be completed within the 24 months preceding license expiration.

Choose this package if:

You are an Illinois RN renewing by May 31, 2028
You need 20 contact hours for license renewal
You want all four Illinois mandated CE topics included
You want ANCC-accredited CE from provider P0557
You want a one-time $49 package with no subscription

Official RN reference: Illinois RN Continuing Education Re-Licensure FAQs (IDFPR)

For Illinois Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

Illinois LPN Renewal Deadline: January 31, 2027

Illinois LPNs must complete 20 contact hours of approved continuing education before attesting to CE completion for renewal.

Your CE must be completed between February 1, 2025 and January 31, 2027. Courses completed outside this 24-month window do not count toward the 2027 LPN renewal.

Choose this package if:

You are an Illinois LPN renewing by January 31, 2027
You need 20 contact hours for license renewal
You want all four Illinois mandated CE topics included
You want CE from an ANCC-accredited provider (P0557), an approved sponsor type under the Illinois Nurse Practice Act Rules
You want a one-time $49 package with no subscription

Renewing your Illinois LPN license for the first time? Under Nurse Practice Act Rules Section 1300.130(a)(4), first-time renewal applicants are not required to complete CE. If this is your first renewal, you may not need this package yet.

Official LPN reference: Illinois LPN Continuing Education Re-Licensure FAQs (IDFPR)

Why Illinois Nurses Choose Renew Now CE

ANCC Accredited: Renew Now CE is ANCC Provider P0557. ANCC accredited providers are listed as approved CE sponsors in the Illinois Nurse Practice Act Rules, Section 1300.130(c)(1)(C).
No Subscriptions: Pay $49 once for all 20 hours. No recurring charges or auto-renewals.
Complete Illinois Package: All 4 Illinois-mandated CE topics plus additional hours to reach your full 20-hour requirement.
Certificates: Download CE certificates immediately after completion.
Real Human Support: Help is available from the Renew Now CE support team.

Trusted CE provider: Renew Now CE is ANCC-accredited, Provider P0557, with online courses, no subscription, and certificates available immediately after completion.

What's Included in This 20-Hour Package

The same 20 hours satisfy both Illinois RN and LPN renewal. This package includes all 4 mandatory CE topics plus additional clinical hours to meet your full 20-hour requirement:

✓ Sexual Harassment Prevention (1 Hour – Mandatory)

✓ Implicit Bias Awareness (1 Hour – Mandatory)

✓ Cultural Competency (1 Hour – Mandatory)

✓ Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia (1 Hour – Mandatory*)

✓ Heart Failure Management (6 Hours – includes 2 Pharmacology Hours)

✓ Obesity Epidemic & Nutrition (10 Hours – Clinical Education)

Total: 20 Contact Hours – Complete Illinois RN or LPN license renewal CE in one package.

*Alzheimer's training is required for nurses who provide health care services to and have direct patient interaction with adults age 26 or older.

Illinois Mandatory CE Requirements for RN and LPN Renewal

Illinois RNs and LPNs each complete 20 contact hours per 2-year license renewal cycle under Nurse Practice Act Rules Section 1300.130(a)(1). The four mandated topics below count toward those 20 hours — they do not add to them. This package includes all four:

1. Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Required under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1130.400. Since January 1, 2020, Illinois DPR licensees who need CE to renew must complete 1 hour of sexual harassment prevention training. Training addresses identifying, preventing, and responding to sexual harassment in professional settings.

1 Hour Required • RN & LPN • ANCC P0557

2. Implicit Bias Awareness Training

Required under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7 (Public Act 102-0004). Implicit bias occurs automatically and unintentionally, yet still affects judgments, decisions, and behaviors. Since January 1, 2023, this 1-hour course may count toward relicensure CE hours.

1 Hour Required • RN & LPN • ANCC P0557

3. Cultural Competency Training

Required under 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1130.5250 and Public Act 103-0531. Since January 1, 2025, Illinois licensed nurses must complete a 1-hour cultural competency course as a condition of renewing a license. Training covers the integrated attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed to care effectively for patients from diverse cultures, groups, and communities.

The course is repeated once every six years. A licensee who takes it more often may count it toward minimum CE hours, but no more than one credit hour in any single renewal period.

1 Hour Required • RN & LPN • ANCC P0557

4. Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Training

Required under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-365 (Public Act 102-0399) for nurses who provide health care services to and have direct patient interaction with adults age 26 or older. Curriculum covers identifying and diagnosing Alzheimer's, effective communication strategies, and management and care planning. Since January 1, 2023, this course may count toward the regular CE requirement.

1 Hour Required* • RN & LPN • ANCC P0557

Also note: Illinois nurses who work with children in a professional or official capacity must complete mandated reporter training at least every 6 years under the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act (325 ILCS 5/4), and must attest to their mandated reporter understanding at each renewal. Mandated reporter training is not included in this package.

ANCC Accreditation and Illinois CE Documentation

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Renew Now CE is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, Provider Number P0557. ANCC accredited or approved providers are named as approved CE sponsors in the Illinois Nurse Practice Act Rules, Section 1300.130(c)(1)(C), for both RN and LPN relicensure.

Illinois Renewal Records

Each licensee is responsible for maintaining records of CE completion and must be prepared to produce them if the Department requests them. This package is designed to support Illinois RN and LPN renewal CE documentation. Verify current renewal requirements with IDFPR before attesting to completion.

Designed to support Illinois RN and LPN renewal CE documentation

Online Renewal CE Features

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Employer Receipts
Documentation for reimbursement

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Mobile Friendly
Complete on a compatible device

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Certificates
Available immediately after completion

Built for Illinois Renewal Documentation

This package includes 20 ANCC contact hours, all four Illinois mandatory topics, and certificates for renewal records and possible audit requests.

One price. No subscription. Keep your certificates for IDFPR documentation.

Complete Your Illinois Nursing License Renewal CE

20 contact hours in one package, including all 4 mandatory Illinois CE topics. RN and LPN.

ANCC Accredited (P0557) 20 Contact Hours No Subscription Required

Official Requirements: For current Illinois nursing license renewal requirements, see the Illinois Nursing Workforce Center continuing education page, the Illinois RN CE Re-Licensure FAQs, and the Illinois LPN CE Re-Licensure FAQs.

This package description summarizes Illinois RN and LPN continuing education information for general guidance. Requirements may vary by license type, license status, renewal cycle, practice setting, patient population, and IDFPR rules. Always verify current requirements with IDFPR or the Illinois Board of Nursing before renewing or attesting to CE completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What CE is required to renew my Illinois RN license in 2026?

Illinois RNs must complete 20 hours of approved continuing education every 2-year renewal period under the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and IDFPR rules. The 2026 renewal deadline is May 31, 2026. This package includes 20 contact hours, all four Illinois RN mandatory topics, and additional elective hours in one purchase.

Are these courses accepted by IDFPR for Illinois RN license renewal?

Renew Now CE is ANCC-accredited, Provider P0557. Illinois RN licensees may use ANCC-accredited nursing continuing education for renewal documentation where accepted by IDFPR. Always verify current renewal requirements with IDFPR before attesting to CE completion.

When is the Illinois RN license renewal deadline?

Illinois RN licenses must be renewed by May 31, 2026. Complete your CE before submitting your renewal attestation, and keep your certificates for renewal records and possible audit requests.

Can I complete these courses on my phone?

Yes. The platform is fully mobile-optimized. You can complete courses on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — at any time. Progress saves automatically so you can start, pause, and resume across sessions or devices without losing your place.

Is the Alzheimer's and dementia course required for all Illinois RNs?

Only if your practice includes adults age 26 or older. Under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-365, Alzheimer's and dementia training applies to covered professionals whose practice includes adults age 26 or older. This includes many common practice settings such as hospitals, clinics, home health, and long-term care. If your practice is exclusively pediatric, confirm applicability with IDFPR or your licensing board.

Where can Illinois RNs get all 20 required CE hours including all 4 mandatory topics in one package?

Renew Now CE offers a 20-hour Illinois RN Complete License Renewal Package ($49) that includes all four IDFPR-mandated topics — sexual harassment prevention (1 hr), implicit bias (1 hr), cultural competency (1 hr), and Alzheimer's and dementia care (1 hr) — plus elective CE to reach the full 20-hour requirement. ANCC-accredited Provider P0557, IDFPR compliant, 100% online with instant certificate download. Renewal deadline May 31, 2026.

What courses are included in this Illinois RN 20-hour package?

This package includes 20 contact hours: Sexual Harassment Prevention, Implicit Bias Awareness, Cultural Competency, Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia, Heart Failure Management, and Obesity Epidemic and Nutrition. Together, these courses include all four Illinois RN mandatory CE topics plus additional elective hours.

Do I need all four mandated topics for Illinois RN renewal?

This package includes all four Illinois RN mandated topics: sexual harassment prevention, implicit bias awareness, cultural competency, and Alzheimer's/dementia training. Cultural competency requirements may vary by renewal cycle, and Alzheimer's/dementia training applies to nurses whose practice includes adults age 26 or older. Including all four topics helps Illinois RNs document these requirements when applicable for the 2026 renewal cycle.

Does this Illinois RN package require a subscription?

No. This 20-hour Illinois RN package is a one-time purchase of $49. There are no monthly memberships, auto-renewals, or subscription fees.

Will I receive separate certificates?

Yes. Certificates are available immediately after successful completion of each course. Download and keep your certificates for Illinois RN renewal records, employer documentation, and possible IDFPR audit requests.

Can I get a receipt for employer reimbursement?

Yes. A receipt is available after purchase and may be used for employer reimbursement documentation. Check with your employer for any specific reimbursement requirements.

Do I need to complete all 20 hours at once?

No. You can complete the courses at your own pace. Your progress saves automatically, so you can complete one course at a time or finish multiple courses in one session.

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.