When do I have to do continuing ED?

I just passed my NCLEX a week ago and am about to go backpacking around Southeast Asia for 3-5 months. I was just wondering when it is required to do your first continuing education courses. Is it sensitive to the state you're in? If so, I am my license in MA. Do I have to do anything within this first year of having my license?
Yes, it is different for every state. For example, in WA..it we have to have 45 credits in 3 yrs. My birthday is in December, so my credits don't even count until then. (this is a new process for WA) I have three years to acrue the credits, so through Dec 2014. You should have plenty of time.Have a safe journey!

In Pa, as long as your first renewal is within 2 yrs of graduating, you do not need the CEU's. After that you have two years to earn them.

Depends on your state. Many do not require continuing ed for the first renewal. Check with your state board.

I'm also licensed in Massachusetts. The BORN requires 15 CEUs in 2 years, but none for your first renewal.Also, you may want to check when your renewal date. It's based on your birthday, just like your driver's license. I passed the NCLEX at the end of July, and my first renewal was 18 months later, in January.

great thanks for the info. Where do I find my renewal date and what do you have to do to renew your license? Is there another test or just a fee?