Nurse Practitioner CE requirements in Connecticut
Requirements at a glance
State-mandated CE topics
- Multiple (1 hr each): — HIV/AIDS, risk management, sexual assault, domestic violence, cultural competency, substance abuse/controlled substances & pain management.
- Veterans' mental health/suicide prevention: 2 hrs — Once in first applicable renewal, then once every 6 yrs.
Sources
Every figure on this page is compiled from the primary board and national certification sources below, cross-checked against reputable aggregators. Requirements change often and some boards publish only in PDFs or login-walled portals — confirm current rules directly before relying on them for renewal.
Verify with CT Board of Examiners for Nursing / CT DPH →How this fits the national picture
Independent of Connecticut, every NP maintains national certification through AANP (100 CE hours over 5 years including 25 pharmacology, plus 1,000 practice hours) or ANCC (75 CE hours over 5 years including 25 pharmacotherapeutics). State CE sits on top of that.
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do nurse practitioners need in Connecticut?
Connecticut requires 50 CE hours for nurse practitioners per year.
Does Connecticut accept AANP or ANCC certification in lieu of state CE?
No — state CE required in addition.
What topic-specific CE does Connecticut require for nurse practitioners?
Multiple (1 hr each): — HIV/AIDS, risk management, sexual assault, domestic violence, cultural competency, substance abuse/controlled substances & pain management. Veterans' mental health/suicide prevention: 2 hrs — Once in first applicable renewal, then once every 6 yrs.
How many pharmacology hours do nurse practitioners need in Connecticut?
≥5 contact hours pharmacotherapeutics.
Informational only, not legal or compliance advice. Continuing education rules change frequently. Confirm current requirements with the CT Board of Examiners for Nursing / CT DPH and your certifying body before relying on any figure here.