How Do I Claim CE for My Course?

The steps to claim your continuing education (CE) hours depend on which course you're taking. Below you'll find the process for each course type, plus answers to the most common CE questions.

📋 Two Types of Certificates

SMNP Reviews offers two types of certificates depending on your course:

Certificate of Completion: Awarded for meeting course attendance and/or activity requirements.
CE Certificate: Awarded for passing the post-test and completing the evaluation survey. This is the certificate that carries your CE credit hours.

📝 Before You Take the Post-Test

Before attempting any post-test, ensure you have completed all course materials — including watching videos, reading content, and completing any required activities. Each CE quiz must be passed with a score of at least 70%.

If you purchased a course bundle, each course within the bundle requires its own separate post-test. The exception is the Live Study Group (LSG), which has one comprehensive post-test covering the full program.

📚 Primary Care Self-Paced Courses

Pass the final CE quiz with a score of 70% or higher.
Check your email—you’ll receive a link to claim your CE.
Click the link, complete the evaluation form, and your CE certificate will be emailed to the address you entered right away.
Certificates are sent via email from "Certify’em." If you don’t receive it, check your spam folder or search for "Certify’em."

🧠 PMHNP Course

Pass the CE Posttest (≥70%).
Click your profile button (top right corner) → select “See CE Info.”
You can track your progress and claim CEs right there.

To earn a Certificate of Completion for the PMHNP Course specifically, you must attend both live review classes (Session 1 and Session 2) and complete at least 750 questions from the Primary Care QBank. Practice sets from other QBanks do not count toward this requirement.

👩‍⚕️ Live Study Group (LSG) & RD1D

Pass the CE Posttest (≥70%).
Watch your email for a claim link.
Fill out the evaluation form, and your CE certificate will be sent instantly to the email you provide.
Certificates are sent via email from "Certify’em." If you don’t receive it, check your spam folder or search for "Certify’em."

💡 If you need to retake a live session to meet certificate requirements, you are not required to redo modules or tests you've already completed — just attend the outstanding live session (e.g., Live Session 2).

✅ QBank

Complete at least 1,000 questions.
Click your profile button (top right corner) → select “See CE Info.”
Track your progress and claim your CEs there.

💼 Job Hunt Course

Go to the Resources tab in your study plan.
Open PDFs and look for “Claim Your Contact Hours!!”
Follow the instructions in that PDF to get your certificate.

CE FAQ's:

Can I use these CEs to retest?

Yes. CEs earned after your initial test date can be used to retest. Just check the date on your certificate.

Ensure that the CE hours are earned after your initial test date, as per AANP/ANCC regulations.

Can I combine courses to meet CE requirements?

Yes. You can combine CE hours from multiple courses.

Can I use these CEs for license renewal?

APRNs: Requirements vary by state. Most boards require CEs to be completed after your license becomes active—check with your board to be sure.
RNs: Yes! SMNP Reviews is an ANCC-approved provider of nursing continuing professional development. That said, always confirm with your state board since each has its own rules.

Can I claim the same CE more than once?

Usually no. Most state boards don’t allow you to claim the same CE activity more than once during the same renewal period. When in doubt, check with your state board.

How many CE hours do I need to retest for AANP?

According to the AANP Certification site:

You’ll need 15 contact hours of CE.
These can be in a general review course or focused on areas where you need improvement.
Our courses (Live Study Group and Complete Self-Prep) meet this requirement.

What’s your Provider Name and Number?

Provider: SMNP Reviews
Provider Number: P0690

Who accredits you?

We’re accredited by ANCC:

SMNP Reviews is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

How many CE credits do I get?

It depends on the course or QBank. You’ll find the exact number listed under each product at npreviews.com.

Is there a deadline to claim my CE?

QBank & PMHNP Course: You must meet CE requirements before your course access expires. Claim your hours anytime before then by clicking your profile → “See CE Info.”
Self-Paced & Live Courses: You'll also need to complete requirements before course access ends. Look under the Resources tab → PDFs → Disclosure Information PDF for details. 💡 Tip: Since claim links come by email, we recommend completing the process within 48 hours of passing your posttest so you don't lose the email.

Regulatory Constraints:

CE hours cannot be backdated under AANP/ANCC regulations. Ensure all requirements are completed before your course expires.

What if I've extended my course access?

If you extend your course access, you can still earn and claim CE hours — provided you complete all coursework within the extended period. CE hours cannot be claimed after the course fully expires, even with a prior extension.

If you see a "service unavailable" error when trying to extend your access, try these steps:

Log out and log back in, or refresh your browser session.
Try a hard reset or clear your browser's cache and cookies.
Wait and retry — the issue may be caused by temporary system maintenance.

If the problem persists, contact the support team for assistance.

📧 Need Help?

For further assistance, email support@npreviews.com. Allow up to 2 business days for a response on replacement certificates or escalated issues.

👉 Bottom line: Pass your posttest, follow the right steps for your course, and don’t wait too long to claim your hours!

CE Hours for All SMNP Courses