Montana State Board of Nursing (MTBON) · CRNA

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

Below is exactly what Montana State Board of Nursing (MTBON) requires: mandatory topics, exemptions, accepted credit types, and documentation rules.

Updated April 2026Sourced from MSBN(~4 min read

Reviewed by Doug Doehrman, MD · Last reviewed April 30, 2026

Mandatory topics

Montana has no state-mandated topic requirements beyond the 0-hour total.

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Conditional requirements

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.

ConditionalGeneral CME[1]
Hrs vary
Biennial

Montana APRNs (incl. CRNAs) renewal under ARM 24.159.1469 requires ongoing competence development through any combination of formal education, CE, or clinical practice — but NO specific contact-hour count is prescribed since the Nov 18, 2023 repeal. Active NBCRNA national certification is required.

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“The APRN is expected to engage in ongoing competence development. Competence development is the method by which an APRN gains, maintains, or refines practice, knowledge, skills, and abilities. This development can occur through formal education programs, continuing education, or clinical practice and is expected to continue throughout the APRN's career. Documentation of competence development activities should be retained by the APRN for a minimum of five years.”
ARM 24.159.1469 (post-11/18/2023)See source [1] in Primary Sources
Accepted credit

Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Montana 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 systemNotes
NBCRNA Class A
NBCRNA Class A / MAC Ed credits maintain national certification required for APRN renewal.
Documentation & audit

Documentation of competence development activities must be retained for a minimum of 5 years.

Waivers & exemptions

No formal waivers or exemptions are published for Montana.

FAQ
How many state-level CE hours do Montana CRNAs need?
Montana does not require a fixed number of CE hours. The prior Subchapter 21 CE rule was repealed effective November 18, 2023. RN renewal is by attestation. APRN/CRNA renewal requires active NBCRNA national certification.
Does Montana 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 Montana part of the APRN Compact?
No. Montana has not enacted the APRN Compact as of 2026. Montana is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for the RN portion.
Where can I check my Montana CRNA license renewal date?
License status and verification are available through Montana ePass at ebiz.mt.gov/POL/.

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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. https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/_docs/nur/24-159-93pro-arm-as-published-by-SOS.pdf
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    “The APRN is expected to engage in ongoing competence development. Competence development is the method by which an APRN gains, maintains, or refines practice, knowledge, skills, and abilities. This development can occur through formal education programs, continuing education, or clinical practice and is expected to continue throughout the APRN's career. Documentation of competence development activities should be retained by the APRN for a minimum of five years.”ARM 24.159.1469 (post-11/18/2023) · Effective 2023-11-18

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

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