Montana Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
Montana does not require general CE hours to renew an RN license; the former 24-hour rule was removed. Renewal: Biennial by Dec 31 (odd/even by license). CE reporting: No upload: you attest at renewal and keep your certificates in case of audit. Verified against the Montana board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
None (former 24-hr req removed)
Cycle & deadline
Biennial by Dec 31 (odd/even by license)
LPN / LVN
None; biennial by Dec 31 (assigned odd/even year)
Reporting
No
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Montana board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Montana CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | None (former 24-hr req removed) |
| LPN / LVN | None; biennial by Dec 31 (assigned odd/even year) |
Required (mandatory) topics in Montana
None specified by the board.
Montana license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial by Dec 31 (odd/even by license)
How to renew your Montana nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: None (former 24-hr req removed).
- Report or record CE: No.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Montana 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 Montana a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Montana is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Montana-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Montana nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Montana RN need?
None (former 24-hr req removed).
When does a Montana nursing license expire?
Biennial by Dec 31 (odd/even by license).
What mandatory CE topics does Montana require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Montana use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
No.
Do Montana LPNs/LVNs need CE?
None; biennial by Dec 31 (assigned odd/even year).
Is Montana a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Montana 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://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/nursing/continuing-education
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-read official page Oct 16, 2026; values match.