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Continuing Education Information for Nurses

Follow the links below for more information.

  • ARNP Continuing Education Requirements

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    This page includes appropriate subject matter, suggested CE providers, and credits that don't count for CE requirements.

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    This page outlines who needs to take Mandatory Reporter of Child and Dependent Adult courses and where to find them.

  • Providers of Continuing Education

    This page includes both the list of approved providers and the application process to become an approved provider. 

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Iowa Code regarding Nursing Continuing Education

To see the Iowa Administrative Code regarding continuing education, follow the link below:

  • IAC 655 Chapter 5: Continuing Education

    Iowa Administrative Code 655.5 (full chapter). 

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Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing

Dept. of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing

6200 Park Avenue
Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50321

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