How many CE hours do nurses need in Alaska?

Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement. Nurses who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Alaska?

Alaska does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Alaska?

Nursing licenses in Alaska must be renewed every 2 years. The Alaska Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Alaska?

The RN renewal fee in Alaska is $200. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Alaska Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Alaska?

Alaska nursing licenses are due november 30 of even-numbered years (rn/aprn); september 30 of even-numbered years (lpn).

Is Alaska part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?

No. Alaska is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold an Alaska-issued license to practice there.

Does Alaska require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

No. Alaska does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.

What license types does Alaska regulate?

Alaska regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Alaska?

Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for LPNs. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement; LPNs who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.

What does APRN renewal require in Alaska?

Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (30 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $100. Renewal deadlines in Alaska differ by license type: November 30 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); September 30 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Alaska RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Alaska RNs renew every 2 years by meeting one of several board-approved competency options; the CE option is 30 contact hours. The RN renewal fee is $200.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (30 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$200
Compact state (NLC)	No · what if I move to a compact state?
License types	RN, APRN, LPN

Alaska requires nurses to meet a flexible continuing competency standard by completing two of three options every two years: 30 contact hours of CE, 320 hours of nursing employment, or 30 hours of professional volunteer activities. RN and APRN licenses expire on November 30 of even-numbered years, while LPN licenses expire on September 30 of even-numbered years. Alaska is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so nurses must hold an Alaska-specific license to practice in the state. The renewal fee is $200 for RNs and LPNs and $100 for APRNs.

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How to Renew Your Alaska Nursing License

1Log in to the Alaska Professional Licensing online portal
2Select your nursing license type and click Renew
3Attest to completing two of the three continuing competency options
4Provide documentation of CE hours, nursing employment, or professional activities if requested
5Pay the renewal fee ($200 for RN/LPN or $100 for APRN) by credit card
6Submit the application before November 30 of the renewal year

Visit the Alaska Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

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Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$200
APRN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$100
LPN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$200

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APRN renewal in Alaska. Renewal deadlines here differ by license type; see Important Deadlines below. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Alaska APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
Continuing Competency (Two of Three Options)	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Nurses must complete two of the following three options every two years: (1) 30 contact hours of approved continuing education, (2) 320 hours of nursing employment, or (3) 30 hours of uncompensated professional activities or volunteer work.
Contact Hours Option	30	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours of continuing education from an ANCC-accredited provider or approved by another state Board of Nursing.
Nursing Employment Option	0	Optional	RNLPN	320 hours of employment as an RN or LPN during the renewal period as an alternative to one of the CE requirements.
Professional Activities Option	30	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 hours of participation in uncompensated professional activities during the renewal period.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Alaska CNA renewal is handled by the state nurse-aide registry, not the Board of Nursing, and follows a work-hours / in-service model rather than the CE above. Check your state nurse-aide registry for CNA requirements.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: November 30 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); September 30 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: No grace period. If the license is not renewed by November 30, a $100 late fee is assessed in addition to the renewal fee. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Alaska Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Alaska uses a flexible continuing competency system: nurses must meet two of three options (CE hours, employment, or professional activities)
• RN and APRN licenses expire on November 30 of even-numbered years; LPN licenses expire on September 30 of even-numbered years
• CE must be from an ANCC-accredited provider or approved by another state Board of Nursing
• Alaska is NOT a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• There is no grace period for license renewal; late reinstatement incurs a $100 late fee
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Alaska Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $100
LPN: $100

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $300
LPN: $300

Already lapsed? The Alaska re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

First-Time Licensee Exemption

New licensees are exempt from CE requirements for the first renewal period

CE Audit Information

The Alaska Board of Nursing randomly audits a percentage of licensees for continuing competency; selected nurses verify within 30 days.

Frequently asked questions about Alaska nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Alaska?: Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement. Nurses who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Alaska?: Alaska does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Alaska?: Nursing licenses in Alaska must be renewed every 2 years. The Alaska Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Alaska?: The RN renewal fee in Alaska is $200. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Alaska Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Alaska?: Alaska nursing licenses are due november 30 of even-numbered years (rn/aprn); september 30 of even-numbered years (lpn).
Is Alaska part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: No. Alaska is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold an Alaska-issued license to practice there.
Does Alaska require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Alaska does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Alaska regulate?: Alaska regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Alaska?: Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for LPNs. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement; LPNs who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Alaska?: Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (30 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $100. Renewal deadlines in Alaska differ by license type: November 30 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); September 30 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

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Alaska Board of Nursing

https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardofNursing.aspx

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Alaska RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Alaska RNs renew every 2 years by meeting one of several board-approved competency options; the CE option is 30 contact hours. The RN renewal fee is $200.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (30 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$200
Compact state (NLC)	No · what if I move to a compact state?
License types	RN, APRN, LPN

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Alaska CE Audit Response Guide

Response deadline, retention rules, board address, and the rejections that get nurses dinged.

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Step-by-step walkthrough, common mistakes, and tips for a smooth renewal

How to Renew Your Alaska Nursing License

1Log in to the Alaska Professional Licensing online portal
2Select your nursing license type and click Renew
3Attest to completing two of the three continuing competency options
4Provide documentation of CE hours, nursing employment, or professional activities if requested
5Pay the renewal fee ($200 for RN/LPN or $100 for APRN) by credit card
6Submit the application before November 30 of the renewal year

Visit the Alaska Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Alaska ranks #6 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$200
APRN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$100
LPN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$200

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CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
Continuing Competency (Two of Three Options)	30	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Nurses must complete two of the following three options every two years: (1) 30 contact hours of approved continuing education, (2) 320 hours of nursing employment, or (3) 30 hours of uncompensated professional activities or volunteer work.
Contact Hours Option	30	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours of continuing education from an ANCC-accredited provider or approved by another state Board of Nursing.
Nursing Employment Option	0	Optional	RNLPN	320 hours of employment as an RN or LPN during the renewal period as an alternative to one of the CE requirements.
Professional Activities Option	30	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 hours of participation in uncompensated professional activities during the renewal period.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: November 30 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); September 30 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: No grace period. If the license is not renewed by November 30, a $100 late fee is assessed in addition to the renewal fee. Practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Alaska Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Alaska uses a flexible continuing competency system: nurses must meet two of three options (CE hours, employment, or professional activities)
• RN and APRN licenses expire on November 30 of even-numbered years; LPN licenses expire on September 30 of even-numbered years
• CE must be from an ANCC-accredited provider or approved by another state Board of Nursing
• Alaska is NOT a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• There is no grace period for license renewal; late reinstatement incurs a $100 late fee
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Alaska Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $100
LPN: $100

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $300
LPN: $300

Already lapsed? The Alaska re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

First-Time Licensee Exemption

New licensees are exempt from CE requirements for the first renewal period

CE Audit Information

The Alaska Board of Nursing randomly audits a percentage of licensees for continuing competency; selected nurses verify within 30 days.

Frequently asked questions about Alaska nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Alaska?: Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement. Nurses who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Alaska?: Alaska does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Alaska?: Nursing licenses in Alaska must be renewed every 2 years. The Alaska Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Alaska?: The RN renewal fee in Alaska is $200. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Alaska Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Alaska?: Alaska nursing licenses are due november 30 of even-numbered years (rn/aprn); september 30 of even-numbered years (lpn).
Is Alaska part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: No. Alaska is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Nurses must hold an Alaska-issued license to practice there.
Does Alaska require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Alaska does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Alaska regulate?: Alaska regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Alaska?: Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for LPNs. Continuing education is one of several ways to meet the continuing-competency requirement; LPNs who choose the CE option typically complete 30 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Alaska?: Alaska does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (30 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $100. Renewal deadlines in Alaska differ by license type: November 30 of even-numbered years (RN/APRN); September 30 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Alaska Board of Nursing

https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardofNursing.aspx

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