Alaska Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Alaska registered nurses need 2 of these 3 every 2 years: 30 CE hours, 30 hours of professional activities, or 320 hours of nursing employment. Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Alaska board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
Choose 2 of 3: 30 CE hrs / 30 hrs professional activities / 320 hrs employment
Cycle & deadline
Biennial; RN renewals ended 11/30/2024 (cycle ends Nov 30 even yrs)
LPN / LVN
same as RN
Reporting
Attest; random audit
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Alaska board of nursing · Excerpt-based: confirm with board
Alaska CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | Choose 2 of 3: 30 CE hrs / 30 hrs professional activities / 320 hrs employment |
| LPN / LVN | same as RN |
Required (mandatory) topics in Alaska
None specified by the board.
Alaska license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial; RN renewals ended 11/30/2024 (cycle ends Nov 30 even yrs)
How to renew your Alaska nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: Choose 2 of 3: 30 CE hrs / 30 hrs professional activities / 320 hrs employment.
- Report or record CE: Attest; random audit.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Alaska board site.
- Keep certificates in case of audit.
Renewal fees & late renewal
RN renewal fee: not yet verified by us. Check your board's renewal page for the current fee.
Late renewal: late fees and lapse rules vary; check your board's renewal page. Don't practice on an expired license.
Is Alaska a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No. Alaska is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Alaska license to practice there.
Where to take Alaska-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Alaska nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Alaska RN need?
Choose 2 of 3: 30 CE hrs / 30 hrs professional activities / 320 hrs employment.
When does a Alaska nursing license expire?
Biennial; RN renewals ended 11/30/2024 (cycle ends Nov 30 even yrs).
What mandatory CE topics does Alaska require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Alaska use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
Attest; random audit.
Do Alaska LPNs/LVNs need CE?
same as RN.
Is Alaska a compact (NLC) state?
No. Alaska is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Alaska license to practice there.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardofNursing/RenewalInformation.aspx
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Board site did not load on Oct 16 re-check; values from earlier same-day check.
This page is based on an excerpt of the official source. Confirm with the board.