OVERVIEW

The Illinois Nurse Practitioners License Renewal Continuing Education (CE) Package is designed to fulfill the requirements set by the Illinois Board of Nursing. This package includes nineteen comprehensive, evidence-based courses totaling 20 CE hours, with a focused breakdown of 4 credits in opioid prescribing and 16 credits in advanced pharmacology. These courses equip Nurse Practitioners with the latest knowledge in medication safety, disease-specific treatment protocols, and clinical best practices.

This bundle features advanced pharmacotherapy courses across key systems and conditions, including cardiovascular care, diabetes management, chronic pain, infectious diseases, and more. It also includes crucial training on responsible opioid prescribing, helping practitioners meet controlled substance requirements while enhancing safe prescribing behaviors.

All courses are 100% online, accessible anytime from any device, and may be completed at your own pace within one year from purchase or before your license expiration. eMedEd is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CBRN, Provider #17890), ensuring content quality and CE compliance for Illinois NPs.

Courses Included in the Package

Course Name Credit Hours
Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain1.00
Controlled Substances Prescribing - Pain Management1.00
Substance and Opioid Use Disorders1.00
CDC Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain and Controlled Substance Reporting System1.00
Pharmacological Management of Asthma and COPD1.00
Pharmacological Management of Gastrointestinal Disorders1.00
Pharmacotherapy in Dermatology: Acne, Psoriasis, Eczema, and Other Skin Conditions1.00
Renal Pharmacotherapy-Managing Chronic Kidney Disease1.00
Pharmacotherapy in Endocrine Disorders: Thyroid, Pituitary, and Adrenal Disorders1.00
Neurological Disorders Pharmacotherapy for Epilepsy and Parkinson’s Disease1.00
Substance Use Disorders Medication-Assisted Treatment1.00
Management of Chronic Pain: Pharmacological Approaches1.00
Pharmacotherapy in Diabetes Management1.00
Pharmacology of Antibacterial Drugs1.00
Pharmacology of Antitubercular and Antifungal Drugs1.00
Pharmacology of Infectious Diseases - Antivirals and Vaccines1.00
Pharmacogenomics - Personalized Medicine in Pharmacotherapy1.00
Pharmacological Management of Obesity1.00
Cardiovascular Pharmacology - Hypertension and Heart Failure1.00
Emerging Trends in Pharmacotherapy: New Drug Approvals and Indications1.00

Why Choose This Course Bundle?

  • Fulfills Illinois Board of Nursing requirements for opioid prescribing and pharmacology CE.
  • Includes essential opioid training for safe and compliant prescribing practices.
  • Provides 16 CE hours in advanced pharmacology across major specialties and conditions.
  • Self-paced, mobile-accessible, and available 24/7 for convenience.
  • Ideal for Nurse Practitioners managing complex patients and chronic conditions.
  • Courses created and accredited by eMedEd, a CBRN-approved CE provider (Provider #17890).

Did You Know?

  • Illinois requires Nurse Practitioners with controlled substance licenses to complete 3 CE hours in opioid prescribing. (Source: Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation)
  • Adverse drug events account for over 700,000 ER visits annually in the U.S. (Source: CDC)
  • Advanced pharmacology education reduces medication errors and enhances clinical confidence. (Source: National Institutes of Health)
  • Illinois faces significant disparities in opioid misuse, especially in rural counties. (Source: Illinois State Health Improvement Plan)
  • CE courses offered by eMedEd follow national pharmacology education guidelines and are reviewed by healthcare experts. (Source: eMedEd)
Credits

Emerging Trends in Pharmacotherapy: New Drug Approvals and Indications

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: January  6, 2025
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

Cardiovascular Pharmacology - Hypertension and Heart Failure

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: October 30, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

Pharmacological Management of Obesity

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: October 21, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

Pharmacogenomics - Personalized Medicine in Pharmacotherapy

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: October 17, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

Pharmacology of Infectious Diseases - Antivirals and Vaccines

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: October 14, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

Pharmacology of Antitubercular and Antifungal Drugs

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: October 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Pharmacology of Antibacterial Drugs

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: October 1, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Pharmacotherapy in Diabetes Management

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour. 

Release Date: September 30, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

Management of Chronic Pain Pharmacological Approaches

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: September 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Substance Use Disorders Medication-Assisted Treatment

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: September 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Neurological Disorders Pharmacotherapy for Epilepsy and Parkinson’s Disease

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: September 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Pharmacotherapy in Endocrine Disorders-Thyroid, Pituitary, and Adrenal Disorders

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: September 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Renal Pharmacotherapy-Managing Chronic Kidney Disease

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: September 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Pharmacotherapy in Dermatology: Acne, Psoriasis, Eczema and Other Skin Conditions

Nursing Accreditation Statement:
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: September 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Pharmacological Management of Gastrointestinal Disorders

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: August 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Pharmacological Management of Asthma and COPD

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: August 19, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

CDC Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain and Controlled Substance Reporting System

Physician Accreditation Statement:
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing medical education by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), Provider #0008305. This activity is approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
 
Nursing Accreditation Statement:
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890 for 1 contact hour.
 
Start Date:  July 01, 2025
Expiry Date: November 30, 2026

Substance and Opioid Use Disorders

Physician Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing medical education by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), Provider #0008305. This activity is approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.


Nursing Accreditation Statement:
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890 for 1 contact hour.

Release Date:  May 01, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Controlled Substances Prescribing - Pain Management

Physician Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing medical education by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), Provider #0008305. This activity is approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Nursing Accreditation Statement:
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890 for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: March 04, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

Opioid Therapy for Chronic Pain

Physician Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing medical education by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), Provider #0008305. This activity is approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Nursing Accreditation Statement:
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890 for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: March 04, 2025
Expiration Date: November 30, 2026

  • 20 Contact Hours
  • 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • TARGET AUDIENCE

    Nursing

    SPECIALITIES

    Family and Patient Centered CareGeneral and Internal MedicineGeneral PracticeInternal MedicineFamily PracticePrimary CarePain ManagementGeneral MedicinePhysical Medicine and RehabilitationAnesthesiologyFamily MedicineEmergency MedicineAddiction MedicinePsychiatryPharmacotherapyPharmacologyAllergy and ImmunologyPulmonologistsNursingGeriatricsPediatricsGastroenterologyPharmacy and MedicineDermatologyRheumatologyNephrologyEndocrinologyCardiologyEpilepsyNeurologyObstetrics and GynecologyInfectious DiseaseOncologyNutritionClinical PharmacologyCritical care NursingEndocrinology NurseMental health NurseCardiovascular NursingOncology NursingPsychiatric Nursing

    CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

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