How many CE hours do nurses need in Utah?

Utah 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 Utah?

Mandatory CE topics in Utah include: Suicide Prevention Training.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Utah?

Nursing licenses in Utah must be renewed every 2 years. The Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Utah?

The RN renewal fee in Utah is $68. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Utah?

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

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

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

Does Utah require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

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

What license types does Utah regulate?

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

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Utah?

Utah 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 Utah?

APRNs in Utah complete 30 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $78. Renewal deadlines in Utah differ by license type: January 31 of odd-numbered years (RN); January 31 of even-numbered years (LPN/APRN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

What happens if you miss the license renewal deadline in Utah?

Utah allows a late renewal period with an additional late fee. After the grace period, reinstatement is required. The RN late-renewal fee is $20 in addition to the $68 renewal if renewed within 30 days of expiration (rises to $50 in addition to the renewal fee from 31 days to 2 years after expiration). If your license has lapsed, do not practice until your renewal is processed; confirm your status with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing.

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Utah RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Utah 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 $68.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Renewal deadline	January 31 of odd-numbered years (RN); January 31 of even-numbered years (LPN/APRN)
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (30 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$68
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See Utah nurse salaries

Utah requires nurses to meet a continuing competency requirement every two years, with three flexible pathways: 400 hours of licensed practice, 200 practice hours plus 15 CE hours, or 30 CE contact hours. All nurses must also complete a suicide prevention training course. APRNs with prescriptive authority have an additional 4-hour controlled substance CE requirement. RN and LPN licenses expire on January 31 of odd-numbered years. Utah is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, and renewal fees are $68 for RNs and LPNs, and $78 for APRNs.

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How to Renew Your Utah Nursing License

1Log in to the Utah DOPL online licensing portal at commerce.utah.gov/dopl
2Select your license type and begin the renewal process
3Confirm you have met the continuing competency requirement (400 practice hours, 200 practice hours + 15 CE hours, or 30 CE hours)
4Complete the required suicide prevention training if not already done
5APRNs with prescriptive authority: confirm completion of 4 hours of controlled substance CE
6Answer all disclosure and attestation questions
7Pay the renewal fee ($68 for RN/LPN, $78 for APRN)
8Submit the renewal application before January 31

Visit the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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How to Submit Your CE in Utah

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

A Utah RN, before renewing, attests to meeting the continuing-competency requirement by ONE of three options in the past two years. Board renewal page: “During the past 2 years, I have completed licensed practice of at least 400 hours OR at least 200 hours with 15 hours of approved continuing education OR completed 30 hours of approved continuing education.” The nurse also completes a DOPL-approved online suicide-prevention training. No CE certificates are uploaded at renewal; the nurse keeps records for audit; no CE Broker.

Where it happens: Utah DOPL online renewal (eGov)

dopl.utah.gov/nursing

If Utah audits your CE

DOPL may audit the competency attestation; the nurse keeps proof of practice hours and/or CE.

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CE Hours by License Type

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Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$68
APRN	30 / 2 yrs	$78
LPN	30 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$68

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APRN renewal in Utah. 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 Utah APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
Continuing Competency	30	Required	RNLPN	Complete one of the following: (1) 400 hours of licensed nursing practice in the preceding 2 years, (2) 200 hours of licensed practice plus 15 contact hours of approved CE, or (3) 30 contact hours of approved continuing education.
Suicide Prevention Training	0.5	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Complete at least one pre-approved online suicide prevention training (0.5 CE credit; a short video under Utah Code 58-1-601) available through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing, each renewal (included in the total CE hours).
Controlled Substance Prescribing (APRN with Prescriptive Authority)	4	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete at least 3.5 hours of approved controlled substance CE and 0.5 hours from the DOPL online controlled substance tutorial (included in total CE hours).

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Utah 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: January 31 of odd-numbered years (RN); January 31 of even-numbered years (LPN/APRN)
Grace Period: Utah allows a late renewal period with an additional late fee. After the grace period, reinstatement is required.
Record Retention: The Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing sets no fixed retention period, so keep your CE certificates in case of audit

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Utah allows a late renewal period with an additional late fee. After the grace period, reinstatement is required.

What to do if your Utah license lapsed

Important Notes

• Utah offers three pathways to meet continuing competency: 400 practice hours, 200 practice hours + 15 CE hours, or 30 CE hours
• All renewing nurses must complete a suicide prevention training through a pre-approved online course
• APRNs with prescriptive authority have an additional 4-hour controlled substance CE requirement
• RN licenses expire January 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN and APRN licenses expire January 31 of even-numbered years.
• Utah is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Retain CE certificates for at least 4 years for potential audit
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing.

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $20 in addition to the $68 renewal if renewed within 30 days of expiration (rises to $50 in addition to the renewal fee from 31 days to 2 years after expiration)
LPN: $20 in addition to the $68 renewal if renewed within 30 days of expiration (rises to $50 in addition to the renewal fee from 31 days to 2 years after expiration)

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $50 in addition to the $68 renewal fee, for a license renewed 31 days to 2 years after expiration (a license expired more than 2 years cannot be renewed and needs a new application)
LPN: $50 in addition to the $68 renewal fee, for a license renewed 31 days to 2 years after expiration (a license expired more than 2 years cannot be renewed and needs a new application)

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

Getting your first Utah RN license

Background check: Fingerprint-based criminal background check required. DOPL requires initial RN (licensure-by-examination) applicants to submit two fingerprint cards (FD-258), used for a criminal history search through the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) and the FBI; the RN/LPN application form states this is used to complete a search through both agencies' files.
Application fee: $92 (initial license by examination)
Temporary permit: Available. Utah issues a non-renewable Registered Nurse Apprentice license (only to students still enrolled in their final semester/quarter/competency experience) that lets the holder practice under indirect RN/APRN/MD supervision through graduation and remains valid until the earlier of one year, 75 days after failing the NCLEX, or issuance of the full RN license; it is explicitly NOT available to anyone who has already graduated.

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Full guide: how to get your first Utah RN license

CE Audit Information

Utah renewal requires attesting to a competency option (practice hours and/or CE); DOPL may verify. Utah's nursing rule sets no fixed CE record-retention period. Keep your certificates in case of audit.

Frequently asked questions about Utah nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Utah?: Utah 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 Utah?: Mandatory CE topics in Utah include: Suicide Prevention Training.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Utah?: Nursing licenses in Utah must be renewed every 2 years. The Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Utah?: The RN renewal fee in Utah is $68. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Utah?: Utah nursing licenses are due january 31 of odd-numbered years (rn); january 31 of even-numbered years (lpn/aprn).
Is Utah part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Utah is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Utah require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Utah does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Utah regulate?: Utah regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Utah?: Utah 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 Utah?: APRNs in Utah complete 30 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $78. Renewal deadlines in Utah differ by license type: January 31 of odd-numbered years (RN); January 31 of even-numbered years (LPN/APRN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.
What happens if you miss the license renewal deadline in Utah?: Utah allows a late renewal period with an additional late fee. After the grace period, reinstatement is required. The RN late-renewal fee is $20 in addition to the $68 renewal if renewed within 30 days of expiration (rises to $50 in addition to the renewal fee from 31 days to 2 years after expiration). If your license has lapsed, do not practice until your renewal is processed; confirm your status with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing.

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Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Board of Nursing

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Type

CE hours

Renewal fee

30 / 2 yrs (CE option)

$68

APRN

30 / 2 yrs

$78

LPN

30 / 2 yrs (CE option)

$68

Utah RN License Renewal Requirements

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CE Hours by License Type

CE Requirements

Important Deadlines

Important Notes

CE Providers & Renewal

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