Vault Guardian renewal education
Nursing License (RN / LPN / APRN)
Quick answer:
Most U.S. Boards of Nursing renew licenses every 2 years and require 20–30 continuing education (CE) hours. Fees range from $50 to $180 depending on state and license type. Practicing on a lapsed license is a criminal misdemeanor in most states and grounds for permanent revocation.
Renewal facts
| Validity period | 2 years (typical) |
|---|---|
| Renewal window | 60–90 days before expiration |
| Cost | $50–$180 |
| Processing time | Instant if CE met; 2–4 weeks otherwise |
Required documents
- CE hours transcript
- Practice attestation
- Background check (some states)
Common mistakes
- Practicing while lapsed (criminal misdemeanor in most states).
- Not saving CE certificates for state audits.
- Missing NLC (compact) multi-state renewal implications.