Maryland
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Maryland Nursing CEU Overview
Maryland does not require general continuing education hours for RN license renewal. This makes it one of the few states without mandatory CE requirements for registered nurses.
Maryland has minimal continuing education requirements, giving nurses flexibility in their professional development.
Nursing in Maryland
Maryland has approximately 90,000 licensed registered nurses serving a population of 6.2 million. The Baltimore-Washington corridor is home to world-renowned medical centers including Johns Hopkins Hospital, University of Maryland Medical Center, and multiple NIH-affiliated facilities. Maryland's proximity to DC creates a highly competitive nursing labor market.
Maryland does not require general continuing education hours for RN license renewal. The state relies on initial education standards, specialty certification maintenance, and employer-based competency. Maryland's large academic medical center presence means most employers provide substantial ongoing education opportunities.
Common Practice Settings in Maryland
Johns Hopkins
One of the world's leading academic medical centers offers nurses access to cutting-edge practice and research.
NIH and Federal Facilities
The National Institutes of Health in Bethesda and other federal facilities employ nurses in research and clinical roles.
Community Hospitals
Regional hospitals throughout Maryland serve local communities and often provide CE opportunities.
Maryland License Renewal Tips
Although CE is not state-mandated, employers typically require ongoing education.
Maintain specialty certifications and their associated CE requirements.
Federal employers may have additional training requirements.
Document continuing education for your professional portfolio.
Nurse Licensure Compact in Maryland
Maryland is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact. This is particularly valuable for nurses in the DC metropolitan area who may work across state lines in Virginia or DC.
Learn more about the Nurse Licensure Compact →Basic License Types
Registered Nurse (RN)
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Maryland does not require continuing education for RN renewal.
LPN/LVN
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Maryland does not require continuing education for LPN renewal.
APRN (General)
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Must maintain national certification which requires CE.
Additional Requirements
Must maintain current national certification
Advanced Practice Specialties
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Must maintain national certification which requires CE.
Additional Requirements
Must maintain current ANCC or AANP certification
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Must maintain national certification which requires CE.
Additional Requirements
Must maintain current ANCC certification in specialty area
Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM)
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Must maintain national certification which requires CE.
Additional Requirements
Must maintain current AMCB certification
Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Contact Hours
0
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Online Allowed
Yes
First Renewal
Required
Notes
- Must maintain national certification which requires CE.
Additional Requirements
Must maintain current NBCRNA certification
Maryland does not require general CE for RN license renewal. Compared to neighboring states, Pennsylvania requires 30 hours, while Delaware requires 30 hours. As a Nurse Licensure Compact state, Maryland allows nurses to practice across state lines with a multistate license.
Related Resources
Track Your CEUs
Log your completed courses and monitor progress toward Maryland requirements.
Start Tracking →Compare State Requirements
See how Maryland compares to other states' nursing CE requirements.
Compare States →Maryland Board of Nursing
Important Disclaimer
Requirements can change. Always verify current requirements directly with the Maryland Board of Nursing before making decisions about your continuing education.