How many CE hours do nurses need in Idaho?

Idaho does not require a set number of CE hours for RN renewal; nurses meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Idaho?

Mandatory CE topics in Idaho include: No CE Required.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Idaho?

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

What is the RN renewal fee in Idaho?

The RN renewal fee in Idaho is $70. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Idaho Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Idaho?

Idaho nursing licenses are due august 31 of odd-numbered years (rn/aprn); august 31 of even-numbered years (lpn).

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

Yes. Idaho is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.

Does Idaho require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

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

What license types does Idaho regulate?

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

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Idaho?

Idaho does not require a set number of CE hours for LPN renewal; LPNs meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.

What does APRN renewal require in Idaho?

The Idaho Board of Nursing does not set a fixed CE-hour mandate for APRN renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $70. Renewal deadlines in Idaho differ by license type: August 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); August 31 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Idaho RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Idaho requires no continuing-education hours for RN renewal. The RN renewal fee is $70 every 2 years.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed CE-hour mandate
Renewal fee (RN)	$70
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Idaho repealed its continuing-competency requirement effective 2023 (IDAPA 24.34.01). RN, LPN, and APRN licenses now renew with an application and fee only: the Board requires no CE contact hours, practice hours, or learning activities. Nurses remain responsible for maintaining their own professional competence. Idaho has been a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state since 2001, and the renewal fee is $70 for all license types. RN and APRN licenses expire on August 31 of odd-numbered years, while LPN licenses expire on August 31 of even-numbered years.

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

How to Renew Your Idaho Nursing License

1Log in to the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) online portal
2Select your nursing license type and begin the renewal application
3Answer all disclosure questions regarding professional conduct and criminal history
4Pay the $70 renewal fee by credit or debit card
5Submit the renewal before the August 31 deadline (no CE or learning-activity attestation is required)

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

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CE Hours by License Type

Idaho ranks #50 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the lightest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	0 / 2 yrs	$70
APRN	0 / 2 yrs	$70
LPN	0 / 2 yrs	$70

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APRN renewal in Idaho. 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 Idaho APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Idaho repealed its continuing-competency / continuing-education requirement effective 2023 (IDAPA 24.34.01 zero-based review). RN, LPN, and APRN licenses renew with an application and fee only: the Board requires no CE contact hours, practice hours, or learning activities for renewal. Nurses remain professionally responsible for maintaining their own competence.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Idaho 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: August 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); August 31 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: Late renewal is available with a $35 late fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited and the license becomes inactive if not renewed by the deadline
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 2 years in case of audit by the Idaho Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Idaho repealed its continuing-competency requirement effective 2023: RN, LPN, and APRN renewal no longer requires CE hours, practice hours, or any learning activity (current IDAPA 24.34.01)
• The prior rule (complete 2 of several learning activities, e.g. 15 CE hours or 100 practice hours) is no longer in force; do not rely on legacy vendor pages that still list it
• Renewal is application plus fee only ($70 per license type)
• Idaho has been a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state since 2001
• RN and APRN licenses expire August 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN licenses expire August 31 of even-numbered years
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Idaho Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $35
LPN: $35

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $35
LPN: $35

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

CE Audit Information

Idaho no longer requires CE for renewal, so the Board does not conduct CE audits. Nurses are not required to retain CE records for license renewal.

Frequently asked questions about Idaho nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Idaho?: Idaho does not require a set number of CE hours for RN renewal; nurses meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Idaho?: Mandatory CE topics in Idaho include: No CE Required.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Idaho?: Nursing licenses in Idaho must be renewed every 2 years. The Idaho Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Idaho?: The RN renewal fee in Idaho is $70. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Idaho Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Idaho?: Idaho nursing licenses are due august 31 of odd-numbered years (rn/aprn); august 31 of even-numbered years (lpn).
Is Idaho part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Idaho is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Idaho require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Idaho does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Idaho regulate?: Idaho regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Idaho?: Idaho does not require a set number of CE hours for LPN renewal; LPNs meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What does APRN renewal require in Idaho?: The Idaho Board of Nursing does not set a fixed CE-hour mandate for APRN renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $70. Renewal deadlines in Idaho differ by license type: August 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); August 31 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Idaho Board of Nursing

https://dopl.idaho.gov/bon/

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As of 2026, Idaho requires no continuing-education hours for RN renewal. The RN renewal fee is $70 every 2 years.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed CE-hour mandate
Renewal fee (RN)	$70
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Verified against the Idaho Board of Nursing, last checked 2026-06-17. Found something off? Let me know.

Idaho CE Audit Response Guide

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

Read the full Idaho RN License Renewal Guide

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

How to Renew Your Idaho Nursing License

1Log in to the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) online portal
2Select your nursing license type and begin the renewal application
3Answer all disclosure questions regarding professional conduct and criminal history
4Pay the $70 renewal fee by credit or debit card
5Submit the renewal before the August 31 deadline (no CE or learning-activity attestation is required)

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

Free PDF

Get the Idaho RN renewal checklist

A one-page, board-verified checklist: every CE requirement, mandatory topic, fee, deadline, and renewal step for Idaho. Enter your email and it downloads instantly. No account needed.

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CE Hours by License Type

Idaho ranks #50 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the lightest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	0 / 2 yrs	$70
APRN	0 / 2 yrs	$70
LPN	0 / 2 yrs	$70

CE deadline calculator Check if a course counts

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Idaho repealed its continuing-competency / continuing-education requirement effective 2023 (IDAPA 24.34.01 zero-based review). RN, LPN, and APRN licenses renew with an application and fee only: the Board requires no CE contact hours, practice hours, or learning activities for renewal. Nurses remain professionally responsible for maintaining their own competence.

Find free Idaho CE. Verified ANCC-accredited and state-approved courses. No affiliate links, no upsells. Browse free courses

Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: August 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); August 31 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: Late renewal is available with a $35 late fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited and the license becomes inactive if not renewed by the deadline
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 2 years in case of audit by the Idaho Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Idaho repealed its continuing-competency requirement effective 2023: RN, LPN, and APRN renewal no longer requires CE hours, practice hours, or any learning activity (current IDAPA 24.34.01)
• The prior rule (complete 2 of several learning activities, e.g. 15 CE hours or 100 practice hours) is no longer in force; do not rely on legacy vendor pages that still list it
• Renewal is application plus fee only ($70 per license type)
• Idaho has been a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state since 2001
• RN and APRN licenses expire August 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN licenses expire August 31 of even-numbered years
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Idaho Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $35
LPN: $35

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $35
LPN: $35

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

CE Audit Information

Idaho no longer requires CE for renewal, so the Board does not conduct CE audits. Nurses are not required to retain CE records for license renewal.

Frequently asked questions about Idaho nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Idaho?: Idaho does not require a set number of CE hours for RN renewal; nurses meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Idaho?: Mandatory CE topics in Idaho include: No CE Required.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Idaho?: Nursing licenses in Idaho must be renewed every 2 years. The Idaho Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Idaho?: The RN renewal fee in Idaho is $70. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Idaho Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Idaho?: Idaho nursing licenses are due august 31 of odd-numbered years (rn/aprn); august 31 of even-numbered years (lpn).
Is Idaho part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Idaho is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Idaho require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Idaho does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Idaho regulate?: Idaho regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Idaho?: Idaho does not require a set number of CE hours for LPN renewal; LPNs meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What does APRN renewal require in Idaho?: The Idaho Board of Nursing does not set a fixed CE-hour mandate for APRN renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $70. Renewal deadlines in Idaho differ by license type: August 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); August 31 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Idaho Board of Nursing

https://dopl.idaho.gov/bon/

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