Virginia Nursing CE & License Renewal Requirements (2026)
To renew, Virginia registered nurses need 15 contact hrs + 640 practice hrs per cycle (one option). Renewal: Biennial. CE reporting: No upload; keep records 2 years. Verified against the Virginia board of nursing on 2026-10-16.
Hours
15 contact hrs + 640 practice hrs per cycle (one option)
Cycle & deadline
Biennial; last day of birth month (odd/even year matches birth year)
LPN / LVN
One option: 30 CE hrs, or 15 CE + 640 practice hrs, or alternatives (cert, coursework, etc.)
Reporting
Keep records 2 yrs
Last verified 2026-10-16 · Source: Virginia board of nursing · Checked against the full official board page
Virginia CE requirements by license type
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| RN | 15 contact hrs + 640 practice hrs per cycle (one option) |
| LPN / LVN | One option: 30 CE hrs, or 15 CE + 640 practice hrs, or alternatives (cert, coursework, etc.) |
Required (mandatory) topics in Virginia
None specified by the board.
Virginia license renewal deadline & cycle
Biennial; last day of birth month (odd/even year matches birth year)
How to renew your Virginia nursing license
- Check your expiration date on your board portal or Nursys.com.
- Complete your CE: 15 contact hrs + 640 practice hrs per cycle (one option).
- Report or record CE: Keep records 2 yrs.
- Submit the renewal application and fee on the Virginia 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 Virginia a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes. Virginia is a full Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so a multistate license from another compact home state lets you practice here.
Where to take Virginia-approved CE
Use providers accredited by ANCC or approved by your board, and check that courses cover the required topics above.
Virginia nursing CE FAQ
How many CE hours does a Virginia RN need?
15 contact hrs + 640 practice hrs per cycle (one option).
When does a Virginia nursing license expire?
Biennial; last day of birth month (odd/even year matches birth year).
What mandatory CE topics does Virginia require?
No specific mandatory topics are listed by the board.
Does Virginia use CE Broker or require CE reporting?
Keep records 2 yrs.
Do Virginia LPNs/LVNs need CE?
One option: 30 CE hrs, or 15 CE + 640 practice hrs, or alternatives (cert, coursework, etc.).
Is Virginia a compact (NLC) state?
Yes. Virginia 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://www.dhp.virginia.gov/Boards/Nursing/PractitionerResources/ContinuedCompetency/RNLPN/
Last verified: 2026-10-16. Re-fetched official page Oct 16, 2026; key figures present.