Nurse Practitioner CE requirements in Mississippi
Requirements at a glance
State-mandated CE topics
- Controlled substances: 5 hrs .
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 Mississippi Board of Nursing →How this fits the national picture
Independent of Mississippi, 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 Mississippi?
40 contact hours related to APRN practice/2 yrs. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (renew Sep–Dec of even years).
Does Mississippi accept AANP or ANCC certification in lieu of state CE?
National certification required.
What topic-specific CE does Mississippi require for nurse practitioners?
Controlled substances: 5 hrs .
How many pharmacology hours do nurse practitioners need in Mississippi?
Controlled-substance Rx: 2 of 40 must be controlled-substance pharmacology; plus 5 hrs CE for controlled substances each cycle regardless of DEA.
Informational only, not legal or compliance advice. Continuing education rules change frequently. Confirm current requirements with the Mississippi Board of Nursing and your certifying body before relying on any figure here.