Recertification doesn’t count for CE credit. There are numerous states that don’t allow CE or CEUs credits for CPR, NRP, PALs and ACLs courses. Some do allow credit for the original certification, but this isn’t something provided in nursing school and is required for initial nursing employment or specialization. Besides that, these courses are seen as a refreshment, but they don’t bring any advanced practice skills or knowledge and that is why they don’t meet the requirements of continuing education.