Are you an ANCC accredited provider?

Yes, we are accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC) via the Georgia Nurses Association.

How will I get credit toward my license renewal?

After each course is completed, we automatically issue a certificate of completion; if you have multiple licenses, you will receive a separate certificate for each license. We also report all course completions to CE Broker on your behalf.

Are your courses accredited?

Yes! All courses we offer are accredited to count toward license renewal. You can find a full list of our accreditations here.

Are AchieveCE courses convenient?

Absolutely! All of our courses included unlimited attempts with no time limits. They can also be taken on your desktop or mobile device, and in case you prefer to print out a copy, you can do so easily as well. We handle the navigation of your board's renewal requirements for you, and ensure that you receive credit for your work. If you have any questions, we offer easy-access human support 7-days-a-week for any questions you may have.

Do you really offer any free CE courses?

Yes! We offer a few courses at zero cost to you, which can be found here.

What if I'm not happy after purchase?

We are happy to provide a full refund as long as you make the refund request is within 30 days of the initial purchase and the course(s) have not been fully completed such that you have received a certificate or they have been reported to a tracking board. For refund requests, reach out to us at support@achievece.com

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State requirements for Iowa Registered Nurses

Next Renewal Date

Every 15th of the licensee's birth month in an odd or even year, based on the licensee’s birth year.

Total Hours Required

36 Hours

General Hours

36 General Hours

Required Courses

RNs who regularly examine, attend, counsel, or treat children or dependent adults must complete 2 hours (each) of Board-approved CE on
Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse
every three years

Detailed Breakdown

Iowa Registered Nurse Standard Renewal Requirements: Iowa RNs must renew their license every three years, earning 36 Board-approved contact hours, with appropriate subject matter related to nursing practice, education, or management. If you work with children or dependent adults, specific CE in
identification and reporting of abuse
is required. National certification, residency, academic course credit, and formal preceptorships may be applied toward CE hours. Find authoritative details and up-to-date forms on the
Iowa CE Basic Requirements page
.

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First-time renewal: Initial licensees have a shortened renewal cycle; the first period is two years plus remaining months to next renewal—no CE exemption.
Iowa License Renewal FAQ

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Certification alternative: National certification in nursing counts as 36 contact hours for renewal, as does completion of a formal residency program.
Iowa CE Basic Requirements

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Other Certifications that nurses hold that needs to be renewed: All additional certifications must be kept current individually; they do not substitute for required CE unless specifically permitted by the Board.
Iowa CE Basic Requirements

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