ALASKA NURSING CE COURSES
- Last Updated: April 24, 2024
Alaska Nursing Continuing Education Requirements
- RN Requirements
- 30 hours of continuing education every two years.
- LVN Requirements
- 30 hours of continuing education every two years.
Alaska State Board of Nursing
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Alaska CE Course Bundle
- Continuing education courses are written and designed to meet state requirements for Nursing CEUs.
- We have packaged all the state courses into an easy-to-use bundle; however, you may select other CE courses at no additional cost.
- Simply select a CE course, review the material, complete the evaluation, and earn your certificate.
Required Courses
Some states have required courses that are included in the state’s course bundle. These courses may also be purchased individually.
Elective Courses
The elective courses in the course bundles are preselected to meet your state’s continuing education requirements, however you can select any CE course from the course list at no additional cost.
FAQs
Nurses in Alaska are required to complete 30 continuing education units (CEUs) every two years to renew their nursing license. These CEUs must come from board-approved providers and cover topics like patient safety, ethics, infection control, and professional development. Online CEUs are widely accepted, making it easier for nurses to meet Alaska Board of Nursing requirements from home.
Yes, nurses are in high demand in Alaska, especially RNs and LPNs in rural areas and hospitals. With an aging population and growing healthcare needs, there are many nursing job opportunities. Completing CEUs helps nurses stay licensed, improve clinical skills, and qualify for promotions or specialty certifications.
Some states in the U.S. do not require CEUs for certain nurses. These include Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, and Wisconsin. Even in these states, taking CEUs or professional development courses is recommended to maintain clinical knowledge and support career advancement.
Basic Life Support (BLS) courses may count as CEUs if the course is approved by your state board of nursing. In Alaska, BLS certification can often be applied toward CEU requirements. Nurses should always verify with the Alaska Board of Nursing to ensure BLS or CPR courses are accepted for license renewal.
Registered Nurses (RNs) in Alaska must complete 30 CEUs every two years for license renewal. CEUs must come from board-approved online or in-person courses, covering areas such as ethics, pharmacology, patient safety, and infection control. Meeting CEU requirements ensures compliance with Alaska Board of Nursing regulations.
Yes, online nursing CEUs are accepted in Alaska as long as the courses are board-approved. Online CEUs allow nurses to complete required hours at their own pace and often provide instant certificates. These courses cover essential topics such as patient care, professional ethics, infection prevention, and clinical skills.
Yes, CEUs are essential for nursing. They help nurses stay current with clinical practices, improve patient care, maintain licensure, and pursue career advancement. CEUs also support specialty certifications and professional development, helping nurses build skills in areas like geriatrics, pediatrics, or emergency care.
Yes, nurses can find free CEUs online through professional organizations, hospitals, and government programs. Free CEUs can cover topics like infection control, patient safety, ethics, and professional skills. It’s important to ensure that these free courses are board-approved so they count toward license renewal requirements.
Alaska
Course Bundle-
Full Access to All Courses
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Meets All States Requirements
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Bundled CE Courses
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Fast Facts
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Optional Pre & Post-Tests
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Instant Certificate
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Unlimited CE Courses for 1 Year
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Annual Subscription with Automatic Renewal
