The global spread of COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) is a rapidly evolving situation.. As directed by Governor Kate Brown, the Board of Nursing offices are closed to in-person public business for the duration of the COVID-19 state of emergency. Both AMA CME credits and AANP contact hours may be accepted towards CE requirements. 1 Arizona 1 AZ does not require continuing education for nursing license renewal. Note: As long as you have worked 960 hours in the past 5 years you are qualified to renew. 1 Arkansas 1 AANP contact hours may be accepted towards CE requirements. If certified or licensed - a copy of your certification or license in a health care related field or related industry, ie, CTRS, RN, CNA, PT, etc. 5. If not certified or licensed you will need a letter from your agency’s administrator on company letterhead indicating that per the state regulations, you are not required to have a certification ...