Hawaii Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Hawaii registered nurses need one approved learning activity, most commonly 30 contact hours (or a national certification). Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Hawaii board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
One learning activity, most commonly 30 contact hrs (or cert exemption)
Cycle & deadline
Biennial; current cycle Jul 1 2025–Jun 30 2027, renew by Jun 30 2027
LPN / LVN
same as RN (one learning activity option)
Reporting
Attest; audit; keep proof 4 yrs
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Hawaii board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Hawaii CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | One learning activity, most commonly 30 contact hrs (or cert exemption) |
| LPN / LVN | same as RN (one learning activity option) |
Required (mandatory) topics in Hawaii
None specified by the board.
Hawaii license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial; current cycle Jul 1 2025–Jun 30 2027, renew by Jun 30 2027
How to renew your Hawaii nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: One learning activity, most commonly 30 contact hrs (or cert exemption).
- Report or record CE: Attest; audit; keep proof 4 yrs.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Hawaii 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 Hawaii a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No. Hawaii is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Hawaii license to practice there.
Where to take Hawaii-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Hawaii nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Hawaii RN need?
One learning activity, most commonly 30 contact hrs (or cert exemption).
When does a Hawaii nursing license expire?
Biennial; current cycle Jul 1 2025–Jun 30 2027, renew by Jun 30 2027.
What mandatory CE topics does Hawaii require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Hawaii use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
Attest; audit; keep proof 4 yrs.
Do Hawaii LPNs/LVNs need CE?
same as RN (one learning activity option).
Is Hawaii a compact (NLC) state?
No. Hawaii is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact; you need a Hawaii license to practice there.
Sources & verification
Official source: https://cca.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PVL_Nursing_Continuing_Competency_Manual_v3_2025-2027.pdf
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.