Mandatory topics
Missouri has no state-mandated topic requirements beyond the 0-hour total.
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Accepted credit
Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Missouri 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 |
|---|---|
ANCC Contact Hour | No CE hour requirement exists for Missouri APRN renewal. ANCC or equivalent national certification maintenance is required for APRN license renewal under § 335.056(2), but no CE hour count is specified.SourceMo. Rev. Stat. § 335.056 |
Documentation & audit
Physicians are responsible for retaining CME 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 Missouri.
FAQ
What national certification does Missouri require for NP renewal?
Missouri requires current national APRN certification as a condition of APRN renewal under § 335.056(2). The specific certifying bodies Missouri accepts have not been confirmed by Atlas — the Board's APRN requirements PDF was inaccessible during research due to SSL errors. NPs should verify accepted certifying bodies directly from the Missouri Board of Nursing at https://pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp or by contacting the Board directly.
Does Missouri require pharmacology CE for NPs with prescriptive authority?
Missouri does not impose a state-level pharmacology CE requirement for NPs with prescriptive authority. The state has no CE mandate at either the RN or APRN layer. NPs who hold DEA registration should separately verify whether any federal CE requirements apply (e.g., the one-time 8-hour MATE Act training), but these are distinct from Missouri state licensing requirements.
Is Missouri in the APRN Compact?
No. Missouri is a member of the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) — which governs the underlying RN license — but is not a member of the APRN Compact as of 2026. Missouri NPs who wish to practice as APRNs in other states must obtain individual APRN licensure in those states.
Where can I check my Missouri NP/APRN license renewal date?
Missouri NPs can verify their license status and renewal date through the Missouri Division of Professional Registration's online licensee search at https://pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp. Both RN and APRN licenses expire on April 30 of each odd-numbered year. The renewal window opens February 1 of those years. NPs should ensure both their RN and APRN license renewal applications are submitted by at least 3 business days before the April 30 expiration date.