Nurses · Alabama · Continuing education
Alabama Nursing CE Requirements & License Renewal (2026)
01 In short
- RN24 contact hours every 2 years, including 4 h state laws & rules (jurisprudence) (before the first renewal); renewal by December 31 in even-numbered years.
- LPN24 contact hours every 2 years, including 4 h state laws & rules (jurisprudence) (before the first renewal); renewal by December 31 in odd-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Alabama RN CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 24contact hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Dec 31, even yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By December 31 in even-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- CE approved or accredited by a state board of nursing, state nurses association or national body such as ANCC; MEDCEU hours not accepted
- Renewal fee
- $104.50
- New licensees
- Hours are prorated by month of licensure (board CE proration chart); newly licensed nurses must complete the 4-hour Board-provided Mandatory course.
- Renew online
- www.abn.alabama.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| State laws & rules (jurisprudence)newly licensed nurses (by exam or endorsement) | 4 | before the first renewal |
Good to know. Single-state RN licenses renew Sept 1-Dec 31 of even years; multistate RN licenses renew in odd years. Fee shown is single-state ($100 + $4.50 transaction fee); multistate is $204.50. CE from Board-approved providers is posted to the nurse's CE record in My Profile.
Source: www.abn.alabama.gov · checked Oct 28, 2026
Alabama LPN CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 24contact hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Dec 31, odd yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By December 31 in odd-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- CE approved or accredited by a state board of nursing, state nurses association or national body such as ANCC; MEDCEU hours not accepted
- Renewal fee
- $104.50
- New licensees
- Hours are prorated by month of licensure (board CE proration chart); newly licensed nurses must complete the 4-hour Board-provided Mandatory course.
- Renew online
- www.abn.alabama.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| State laws & rules (jurisprudence)newly licensed nurses (by exam or endorsement) | 4 | before the first renewal |
Good to know. LPN licenses renew Sept 1-Dec 31 of odd years. Fee shown is single-state ($100 + $4.50 transaction fee); multistate is $204.50. The mandatory course covers board functions, the Nurse Practice Act, rules, conduct and accountability.
Source: www.abn.alabama.gov · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How do I verify a nurse license in Alabama?
Use the license lookup of the Alabama Board of Nursing (abn.alabama.gov); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
How many CE hours do nurses need in Alabama?
RN: 24 contact hours every 2 years. LPN: 24 contact hours every 2 years.
Which CE courses count for nurses in Alabama?
RN: CE approved or accredited by a state board of nursing, state nurses association or national body such as ANCC; MEDCEU hours not accepted. LPN: CE approved or accredited by a state board of nursing, state nurses association or national body such as ANCC; MEDCEU hours not accepted.
How much does a nurse license renewal cost in Alabama?
RN: $104.50 per renewal, as listed by the board. LPN: $104.50 per renewal, as listed by the board.
When is the renewal deadline for nurses in Alabama?
RN: Licenses renew by December 31 in even-numbered years (2 years cycle). LPN: Licenses renew by December 31 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).
How do nurses report CE in Alabama?
RN: By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit. LPN: By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.