Minnesota Board of Nursing (MNBON) · CRNA

Minnesota CE Requirements for CRNAs

24 hours. Every two years. Tied to your license anniversary.

Updated April 2026Sourced from MNBON

Compiled by Atlas CME from official board sources · Last updated May 12, 2026

Mandatory topics

For CRNAs, 24 hours is the total CE requirement. No mandatory topics are listed for CRNAs in Minnesota. Confirm topic requirements with Minnesota Board of Nursing (MNBON) before the renewal cycle.

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Accepted credit

Minnesota Board of Nursing (MNBON) accepts NBCRNA Class A and ANCC Contact Hour toward the CE requirement for CRNAs.

Credit systemNotes
NBCRNA Class A
NBCRNA Class A / MAC Ed credits qualify toward the underlying RN CE.SourceMinn. R. 6310.2800, subp. 4a, item C[1]
ANCC Contact Hour
ANCC contact hours from accredited providers qualify.SourceMinn. R. 6310.2800, subp. 3[1]
Documentation & audit

CRNAs are responsible for retaining CE documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.

Waivers & exemptions

No formal waivers or exemptions are published for Minnesota.

FAQ
Which board licenses CRNAs in Minnesota?
The Minnesota Board of Nursing (MNBON) licenses CRNAs as APRNs under Minn. Stat. § 148.171 et seq. The credential is Minnesota RN license plus APRN license with a CRNA designation.
How many state-level CE hours do Minnesota CRNAs need?
Minnesota RN CE is 24 contact hours per biennium. CRNAs satisfy this through NBCRNA recertification CE. APRN renewal additionally requires active NBCRNA certification.
Does Minnesota require NBCRNA certification for CRNA licensure?
Yes. NBCRNA initial certification is required for APRN/CRNA licensure, and active NBCRNA certification must be maintained for renewal.
Is Minnesota part of the APRN Compact?
No. Minnesota is not a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) and has not enacted the APRN Compact. CRNAs practicing in Minnesota must hold Minnesota-issued credentials.
Where can I check my Minnesota CRNA license renewal date?
License status and verification are available through Minnesota Health Licensing Bureau license search at hlb-licensure.web.health.state.mn.us/.

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Sources & Citations

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.

  1. Minn. Rule 6310.2800 — Registration Renewal Requirements (verbatim text)
    Primary sourceAccessed 2026-04-30

This page is provided for general educational purposes and reflects the best available information as of the last reviewed date above. CE requirements change. Atlas CME is not affiliated with the Minnesota Board of Nursing (MNBON), or any other state licensing board, licensing authority, or professional organization. CRNAs are solely responsible for verifying their own current CE requirements directly with their state licensing board before relying on any information presented here.

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