Idaho Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
Idaho does not require general CE hours to renew an RN license. Renewal: Biennial by Aug 31 of renewal year. CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Idaho board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
None
Cycle & deadline
Biennial by Aug 31 of renewal year
LPN / LVN
None (per same rules)
Reporting
No
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Idaho board of nursing · Excerpt-based: confirm with board
Idaho CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | None |
| LPN / LVN | None (per same rules) |
Required (mandatory) topics in Idaho
None specified by the board.
Idaho license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial by Aug 31 of renewal year
How to renew your Idaho nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: None.
- Report or record CE: No.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Idaho 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 Idaho a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Idaho is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Idaho-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Idaho nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Idaho RN need?
None.
When does a Idaho nursing license expire?
Biennial by Aug 31 of renewal year.
What mandatory CE topics does Idaho require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Idaho use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No.
Do Idaho LPNs/LVNs need CE?
None (per same rules).
Is Idaho a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Idaho 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://files.dfm.idaho.gov/dfm-admin-website/rules/current/24/243401.pdf
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; no CE-hour requirement stated (kept).
This page is based on an excerpt of the official source. Confirm with the board.