Iowa · guide
Continuing education in Iowa
Read from Iowa Board of Nursing. Last verified 2026-09-15.
The sequence
| Step | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Physician | 40 hours per 2 years for physicians, including 2 hours on chronic pain and opioid prescribing. |
| Other tracks | ARNPs complete 36 contact hours per 3-year cycle. |
What the numbers say
- 40 hours per 2 years for physicians, including 2 hours on chronic pain and opioid prescribing.
- ARNPs complete 36 contact hours per 3-year cycle.
Source: Iowa Board of Nursing. Last verified 2026-09-15. Where a national summary and a board disagree, we publish the board.