Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) License Renewal Requirements

Michigan registered nurse licenses are regulated by the Michigan Board of Nursing, under the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). Michigan is not currently a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), though legislation has been proposed.

At a Glance

Detail	Information
Regulatory Body	Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)
Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
CE Hours Required	25 contact hours
Renewal Fee	$131
Late Fee	$20 additional (60-day grace period)
Compact State (NLC)	No (legislation pending)
Online Renewal	Yes — MiPLUS portal

Continuing Education Requirements

RN, LPN, and APRN — 25 Contact Hours Every 2 Years

• 25 contact hours of Board-approved CE during the 2-year period preceding renewal
• At least 2 hours in pain and pain symptom management (mandatory every renewal)
• At least 2 hours of implicit bias training (mandatory every renewal, since 2022)
• No CE required for first renewal after initial licensure (for licenses granted before May 8, 2024)
• CE applies even if you are not actively practicing

One-Time Requirements

• 1 hour of human trafficking training: One-time requirement; does NOT count toward the 25-hour total

CE Limits

• Maximum 12 hours within a 24-hour period for online CE
• 5 CE hours per semester hour of academic courses related to nursing practice

Approved Providers

CE must be from Michigan Board of Nursing-approved providers, including ANCC-accredited programs, MNA offerings, and other recognized nursing organizations.

Michigan-Specific Notes

• Not a compact state. Michigan does not participate in the NLC. Even compact license holders from other states must obtain a Michigan license by endorsement. Legislation has been proposed but not enacted.
• 60-day grace period. If you miss your renewal deadline, you have 60 days to renew with a $20 late fee. You cannot practice during the grace period. After 60 days, full relicensure is required.
• Renewal notification sent approximately 90 days before expiration via email and mailed postcard.
• CE Broker optional. Michigan does not require CE Broker but some approved providers report there. The Board conducts random post-renewal audits.
• Retain CE records for at least 4 years.
• Board does not maintain CE records. You are responsible for your own documentation.
• No paper licenses. Verify status through the Michigan License Verification system.
• Payment: Credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover).

How to Renew

1. Complete 25 hours of approved CE (including pain management and implicit bias)
2. Complete one-time human trafficking training if not previously done
3. Log in to MiPLUS portal
4. Complete the renewal application and attestations
5. Pay the $131 renewal fee
6. Save confirmation and verify license status

Fees

Fee Type	Amount
RN/LPN Renewal	$131
Late Fee (60-day grace)	$20 additional
Relicensure (after 60-day grace)	Higher fees — contact LARA

Contact Information

Michigan Board of Nursing (LARA)

• Website: michigan.gov/lara — Nursing
• MiPLUS Portal: michigan.gov/miplus
• Phone: (517) 241-0199
• Email: bpldata@michigan.gov
• Address: Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Professional Licensing, PO Box 30670, Lansing, MI 48909

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This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the Michigan Board of Nursing before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.

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