Colorado Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
Colorado does not require general CE hours to renew an RN license. Renewal: RN expires Sep 30 (odd/even yr by issue date). CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Colorado board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
None required
Cycle & deadline
RN expires Sep 30 (odd/even yr by issue date); LPN Aug 31
LPN / LVN
None required
Reporting
No
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Colorado board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Colorado CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | None required |
| LPN / LVN | None required |
Required (mandatory) topics in Colorado
None specified by the board.
Colorado license renewal deadline & cycle
RN expires Sep 30 (odd/even yr by issue date); LPN Aug 31
How to renew your Colorado nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: None required.
- Report or record CE: No.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Colorado 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 Colorado a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Colorado is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Colorado-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Colorado nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Colorado RN need?
None required.
When does a Colorado nursing license expire?
RN expires Sep 30 (odd/even yr by issue date); LPN Aug 31.
What mandatory CE topics does Colorado require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Colorado use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No.
Do Colorado LPNs/LVNs need CE?
None required.
Is Colorado a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Colorado is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://dpo.colorado.gov/Nursing/FAQ
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; no CE-hour requirement stated (kept).