How many CE hours do nurses need in North Dakota?

Registered Nurses (RN) in North Dakota need 12 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in North Dakota?

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

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in North Dakota?

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

What is the RN renewal fee in North Dakota?

The RN renewal fee in North Dakota is $140. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the North Dakota Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in North Dakota?

North Dakota nursing licenses are due december 31, every 2 years.

Is North Dakota part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?

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

Does North Dakota require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

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

What license types does North Dakota regulate?

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

How many CE hours do LPNs need in North Dakota?

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in North Dakota need 12 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $130.

What does APRN renewal require in North Dakota?

APRNs in North Dakota complete 12 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $220. North Dakota also requires 15 hours of APRN Pharmacology per renewal cycle (see the requirements table for details on who it applies to). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

What happens if you miss the license renewal deadline in North Dakota?

Late renewal available with an additional late fee ($280 for RN, $260 for LPN); practicing on an expired license is prohibited The RN late-renewal fee is $280. If your license has lapsed, do not practice until your renewal is processed; confirm your status with the North Dakota Board of Nursing.

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North Dakota RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, North Dakota RNs must complete 12 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew. The RN renewal fee is $140.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Renewal deadline	December 31, every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	12 contact hours
Renewal fee (RN)	$140
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See North Dakota nurse salaries

North Dakota requires all RNs, LPNs, and APRNs to complete 12 contact hours of continuing education every 2-year renewal cycle. APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 15 hours in pharmacology, which can overlap with the general CE hours. Licenses expire on December 31, and the NDBON conducts random audits to verify CE compliance. North Dakota is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so nurses with a multistate license can practice across all compact states.

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How to Renew Your North Dakota Nursing License

1Log in to the North Dakota Board of Nursing Nurse Portal at ndbon.org
2Select your license and choose the Renew option
3Verify and update your personal and contact information
4Attest to completing the required 12 CE contact hours (15 pharmacology hours for APRNs with prescriptive authority)
5Answer all disclosure and regulatory questions
6Pay the renewal fee ($140 for RN, $130 for LPN, $220 for APRN) online
7Retain CE documentation for at least 4 years in case of audit

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How to Submit Your CE in North Dakota

You attest to your CE when you renew and keep your certificates; you only submit documents if the board audits you.

A North Dakota RN, at renewal, attests to completing 12 contact hours of CE in the preceding two years; certificates are not submitted at renewal. Board CE page: “In order to renew a license a licensee must demonstrate successful completion of 12 contact hours of continuing education (CE) within the preceding two years.” The nurse verifies this by attesting on the renewal form, keeps documents at least four years, and submits proof only if selected for audit (a notice arrives through the Nurse Portal account with instructions to submit CE to the NDBON). RNs have no specific-topic requirement (APRNs with prescriptive authority need 15 pharmacology hours).

Where it happens: NDBON Nurse Portal (North Dakota Board of Nursing)

www.ndbon.org

If North Dakota audits your CE

Random audit; the NDBON notifies selected nurses via the Nurse Portal with instructions to submit CE; keep documents at least four years.

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CE Hours by License Type

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Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	12 / 2 yrs	$140
APRN	12 / 2 yrs	$220
LPN	12 / 2 yrs	$130

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APRN renewal in North Dakota. 15 hours of APRN Pharmacology apply per renewal cycle (details in the requirements table below). The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full North Dakota APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	12	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	12 contact hours of continuing education applicable to nursing practice every 2-year renewal cycle
APRN Pharmacology	15	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 15 contact hours in pharmacology per renewal cycle. These hours can simultaneously count toward the 12 general CE hours, so the effective total is 15 hours (not 27).

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): North Dakota 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: December 31, every 2 years
Grace Period: Late renewal available with an additional late fee ($280 for RN, $260 for LPN); practicing on an expired license is prohibited
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the North Dakota Board of Nursing

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Important Notes

• All licensees must complete 12 CE contact hours within the 2 years preceding renewal
• APRNs authorized to prescribe must complete 15 hours of pharmacology CE (these can overlap with the 12 general CE hours)
• CE activities must be approved by the NDBON or accredited organizations such as ANCC
• The NDBON performs random audits. Retain CE certificates for at least 4 years
• North Dakota is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
• CE completed after the December 31 renewal deadline incurs a $50-per-contact-hour fee (no stated maximum cap).

CE Providers & Renewal

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $280
LPN: $260

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $220
LPN: $210

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

Getting your first North Dakota RN license

Background check: Fingerprint-based criminal background check required. Initial RN applicants must submit a Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) packet including fingerprint cards, which the ND Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) processes and forwards to the FBI; the CHRC is required for license issuance (though not to sit for the NCLEX).
Application fee: $125 (initial license by examination)
Temporary permit: Available. Applicants who become eligible to test within 60 days of their degree being awarded are issued a 90-day nonrenewable Graduate Nurse Work Authorization at no additional cost, valid until the earlier of 90 days or receipt of the initial NCLEX fail result.

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First-Time Licensee Exemption

An applicant who obtained initial licensure through examination is not required to complete any CE contact hours before that first renewal.

CE Audit Information

The North Dakota Board of Nursing randomly audits renewals via the Nurse Portal.

Frequently asked questions about North Dakota nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in North Dakota?: Registered Nurses (RN) in North Dakota need 12 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.
What are the mandatory CE topics in North Dakota?: North Dakota does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in North Dakota?: Nursing licenses in North Dakota must be renewed every 2 years. The North Dakota Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in North Dakota?: The RN renewal fee in North Dakota is $140. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the North Dakota Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in North Dakota?: North Dakota nursing licenses are due december 31, every 2 years.
Is North Dakota part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. North Dakota is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does North Dakota require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. North Dakota does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does North Dakota regulate?: North Dakota regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in North Dakota?: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in North Dakota need 12 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $130.
What does APRN renewal require in North Dakota?: APRNs in North Dakota complete 12 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $220. North Dakota also requires 15 hours of APRN Pharmacology per renewal cycle (see the requirements table for details on who it applies to). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.
What happens if you miss the license renewal deadline in North Dakota?: Late renewal available with an additional late fee ($280 for RN, $260 for LPN); practicing on an expired license is prohibited The RN late-renewal fee is $280. If your license has lapsed, do not practice until your renewal is processed; confirm your status with the North Dakota Board of Nursing.

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Type

CE hours

Renewal fee

12 / 2 yrs

$140

APRN

12 / 2 yrs

$220

LPN

12 / 2 yrs

$130

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