As of July 1, 2023, licensing and other health and occupational licenses will become part of the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) as a new organizational structure for state government goes into effect. Government departments and agencies that provide related services or have similar business functions are aligning to better serve Iowans.
Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) approved providers go through an application process to become eligible to offer continuing education to Iowa's nurses. Applicants are given two opportunities (within a year) to complete the process. Once approved, IBON providers may approve CE offerings planned in accordance with 655 Iowa Administrative Code, Chapter 5.