Below is exactly what Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) requires: mandatory topics, exemptions, accepted credit types, and documentation rules.
Reviewed by Doug Doehrman, MD · Last reviewed April 30, 2026
Maryland has no state-mandated topic requirements beyond the 30-hour total.
These rules apply only when the trigger described under each card is met (for example, holding a state-issued controlled substance registration or treating a specific patient population). Each cites the underlying statute or rule directly.
Maryland RNs and APRNs must complete 30 CEUs (1 CEU = 1 contact hour of 50-60 minutes) within the 2 years immediately preceding renewal, related to the renewal applicant's nursing practice.
“Applicants must complete 30 continuing education units (CEUs) within the 2 years immediately preceding the date of the renewal application.”
Maryland APRNs (including CRNAs) must provide the Board with a copy of their current national certification (NBCRNA for CRNAs) at every renewal.
“Advanced Practice Nurses must provide the Board with a copy of their current national certification.”
Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Maryland Medical Association, or AAFP. ACGME residency or fellowship time accrues toward the requirement. Teaching or presenting accredited CME can satisfy a portion of required hours.
| Credit system | Notes |
|---|---|
NBCRNA Class A | NBCRNA Class A / MAC Ed credits qualify toward the underlying RN CE. |
ANCC Contact Hour | ANCC contact hours from accredited providers qualify. |
Physicians are responsible for retaining CME documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.
No formal waivers or exemptions are published for Maryland.
Atlas CME tracks your hours, maps them to your state requirements, and reminds you before your your license anniversary renewal.
Every mandatory topic and conditional requirement above cites the underlying statute or rule. Numbered references below correspond to the bracketed citations next to each requirement.
“Applicants must complete 30 continuing education units (CEUs) within the 2 years immediately preceding the date of the renewal application.”COMAR 10.27.01.13
“Advanced Practice Nurses must provide the Board with a copy of their current national certification.”COMAR 10.27.07; Maryland BON APRN page