Nurse Practitioner CE requirements in District of Columbia
Requirements at a glance
State-mandated CE topics
- HIV/AIDS: 3 hrs .
- LGBTQ cultural competency: 2 hrs — D.C. Code §3-1205.10.
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 DC Board of Nursing, DC Health →How this fits the national picture
Independent of District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia?
24 contact hours (may reflect general RN/APRN requirement). Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (expires June 30, odd years).
Does District of Columbia accept AANP or ANCC certification in lieu of state CE?
Whether District of Columbia accepts AANP or ANCC certification in lieu of state hours is not clearly documented in our dataset — confirm directly with the DC Board of Nursing, DC Health.
What topic-specific CE does District of Columbia require for nurse practitioners?
HIV/AIDS: 3 hrs . LGBTQ cultural competency: 2 hrs — D.C. Code §3-1205.10.
How many pharmacology hours do nurse practitioners need in District of Columbia?
2 hrs pharmacology for prescribers; controlled-substance prescribers also safe-opioid/addiction training.
Informational only, not legal or compliance advice. Continuing education rules change frequently. Confirm current requirements with the DC Board of Nursing, DC Health and your certifying body before relying on any figure here.