How many CE hours do nurses need in Wyoming?

Wyoming 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 40 contact hours every 2 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Wyoming?

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

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Wyoming?

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

What is the RN renewal fee in Wyoming?

The RN renewal fee in Wyoming is $90. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Wyoming State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Wyoming?

Wyoming nursing licenses are due december 31 of even-numbered years.

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

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

Does Wyoming require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

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

What license types does Wyoming regulate?

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

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Wyoming?

Wyoming 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 40 contact hours every 2 years.

What does APRN renewal require in Wyoming?

Wyoming does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (60 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $180. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Wyoming RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Wyoming RNs renew every 2 years by meeting one of several board-approved competency options; the CE option is 40 contact hours. The RN renewal fee is $90.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (40 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$90
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Wyoming offers flexible continuing competency options for RN and LPN license renewal. Rather than mandating a set number of CE hours, nurses choose ONE of five pathways completed in the past 2 years: 400 hours worked as a nurse, 40 hours of approved CE, passing the NCLEX, a refresher course, or a nursing degree beyond basic preparation. APRNs without current national certification complete 60 CE hours plus 400 practice hours. All licenses expire on December 31 of even-numbered years, with the renewal window opening in October. Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state.

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How to Renew Your Wyoming Nursing License

1Log in to the Wyoming State Board of Nursing online portal at wsbn.wyo.gov when the renewal window opens in October
2Select your license type and begin the renewal process
3RNs/LPNs: confirm you meet one of the continuing competency pathways (400 practice hours, 200 hours + 15 CE, 30 CE hours, or NCLEX)
4APRNs: maintain current national certification. That alone meets the competency requirement. APRNs who are not nationally certified must instead complete 60 CE hours (including 3 on controlled substances) plus 400 APRN practice hours
5Answer all disclosure and attestation questions
6Pay the renewal fee ($90 for RN/LPN, $180 for APRN)
7Submit the renewal application before December 31 of the even-numbered year

Visit the Wyoming State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Wyoming ranks #5 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	40 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$90
APRN	60 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$180
LPN	40 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$90

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APRN renewal in Wyoming. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Wyoming APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
Continuing Competency (RN/LPN)	0	Required	RNLPN	RNs and LPNs demonstrate continuing competency by ONE of the following completed in the past 2 years: (1) 400 hours worked as an RN or LPN/VN, (2) 40 hours of approved continuing education, (3) passing the NCLEX, (4) completing a refresher course, or (5) completing a nursing education program that confers a degree beyond basic nursing education.
APRN General CE	60	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRN continuing competency is met through current national certification (no board CE required) OR, for APRNs without current national certification, 60 contact hours of CE relevant to their specialty area. So a nationally certified APRN renews with zero board CE; the 60-hour path applies only to the non-certified (pre-1999 grandfathered) group.
APRN Practice Hours	0	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs without current national certification must complete at least 400 practice hours as an APRN within the past 2 years. Nationally certified APRNs meet competency through certification.
Controlled Substances Prescribing (APRN)	3	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	3 hours of CE on responsible prescribing of controlled substances required for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 60-hour total).

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Wyoming 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 of even-numbered years
Grace Period: No formal grace period specified. Licenses expire on December 31 and practicing on an expired license is prohibited. Late renewal or reinstatement may be required.
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 5 years in case of audit by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Wyoming does not mandate specific CE hours for RN/LPN renewal. CE is one of several competency pathways
• RNs/LPNs can satisfy competency through: 400 practice hours, 40 CE hours, passing NCLEX, completing a refresher course, or completing a nursing education program conferring a degree beyond basic nursing education.
• APRNs without national certification must complete 60 CE hours (including 3 on controlled substances prescribing) and 400 practice hours; nationally certified APRNs meet competency through certification
• All licenses expire on December 31 of even-numbered years
• Renewal window typically opens in October
• Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Retain CE certificates for at least 5 years for potential audit
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Wyoming State Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $25
LPN: $25

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $135
LPN: $120

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

CE Audit Information

Wyoming State Board of Nursing may conduct random CE audits.

Frequently asked questions about Wyoming nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Wyoming?: Wyoming 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 40 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Wyoming?: Wyoming does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Wyoming?: Nursing licenses in Wyoming must be renewed every 2 years. The Wyoming State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Wyoming?: The RN renewal fee in Wyoming is $90. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Wyoming State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Wyoming?: Wyoming nursing licenses are due december 31 of even-numbered years.
Is Wyoming part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Wyoming require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Wyoming does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Wyoming regulate?: Wyoming regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Wyoming?: Wyoming 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 40 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Wyoming?: Wyoming does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (60 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $180. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

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Wyoming State Board of Nursing

https://wsbn.wyo.gov/

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As of 2026, Wyoming RNs renew every 2 years by meeting one of several board-approved competency options; the CE option is 40 contact hours. The RN renewal fee is $90.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed mandate (40 hrs if you choose the CE option)
Renewal fee (RN)	$90
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

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Wyoming CE Audit Response Guide

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

Read the full Wyoming RN License Renewal Guide

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

How to Renew Your Wyoming Nursing License

1Log in to the Wyoming State Board of Nursing online portal at wsbn.wyo.gov when the renewal window opens in October
2Select your license type and begin the renewal process
3RNs/LPNs: confirm you meet one of the continuing competency pathways (400 practice hours, 200 hours + 15 CE, 30 CE hours, or NCLEX)
4APRNs: maintain current national certification. That alone meets the competency requirement. APRNs who are not nationally certified must instead complete 60 CE hours (including 3 on controlled substances) plus 400 APRN practice hours
5Answer all disclosure and attestation questions
6Pay the renewal fee ($90 for RN/LPN, $180 for APRN)
7Submit the renewal application before December 31 of the even-numbered year

Visit the Wyoming State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Wyoming ranks #5 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	40 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$90
APRN	60 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$180
LPN	40 / 2 yrs (CE option)	$90

CE deadline calculator Check if a course counts

APRN renewal in Wyoming. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Wyoming APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
Continuing Competency (RN/LPN)	0	Required	RNLPN	RNs and LPNs demonstrate continuing competency by ONE of the following completed in the past 2 years: (1) 400 hours worked as an RN or LPN/VN, (2) 40 hours of approved continuing education, (3) passing the NCLEX, (4) completing a refresher course, or (5) completing a nursing education program that confers a degree beyond basic nursing education.
APRN General CE	60	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRN continuing competency is met through current national certification (no board CE required) OR, for APRNs without current national certification, 60 contact hours of CE relevant to their specialty area. So a nationally certified APRN renews with zero board CE; the 60-hour path applies only to the non-certified (pre-1999 grandfathered) group.
APRN Practice Hours	0	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	APRNs without current national certification must complete at least 400 practice hours as an APRN within the past 2 years. Nationally certified APRNs meet competency through certification.
Controlled Substances Prescribing (APRN)	3	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	3 hours of CE on responsible prescribing of controlled substances required for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 60-hour total).

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: December 31 of even-numbered years
Grace Period: No formal grace period specified. Licenses expire on December 31 and practicing on an expired license is prohibited. Late renewal or reinstatement may be required.
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 5 years in case of audit by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Wyoming does not mandate specific CE hours for RN/LPN renewal. CE is one of several competency pathways
• RNs/LPNs can satisfy competency through: 400 practice hours, 40 CE hours, passing NCLEX, completing a refresher course, or completing a nursing education program conferring a degree beyond basic nursing education.
• APRNs without national certification must complete 60 CE hours (including 3 on controlled substances prescribing) and 400 practice hours; nationally certified APRNs meet competency through certification
• All licenses expire on December 31 of even-numbered years
• Renewal window typically opens in October
• Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Retain CE certificates for at least 5 years for potential audit
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Wyoming State Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCState Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $25
LPN: $25

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $135
LPN: $120

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

CE Audit Information

Wyoming State Board of Nursing may conduct random CE audits.

Frequently asked questions about Wyoming nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Wyoming?: Wyoming 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 40 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Wyoming?: Wyoming does not have specific mandatory CE topic requirements beyond the total hour requirement.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Wyoming?: Nursing licenses in Wyoming must be renewed every 2 years. The Wyoming State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Wyoming?: The RN renewal fee in Wyoming is $90. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Wyoming State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Wyoming?: Wyoming nursing licenses are due december 31 of even-numbered years.
Is Wyoming part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Wyoming is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Wyoming require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Wyoming does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Wyoming regulate?: Wyoming regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Wyoming?: Wyoming 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 40 contact hours every 2 years.
What does APRN renewal require in Wyoming?: Wyoming does not mandate a fixed number of CE hours for APRNs; CE is one of several competency options (60 contact hours if you choose the CE pathway). The APRN renewal fee is $180. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Wyoming State Board of Nursing

https://wsbn.wyo.gov/

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