Alabama LPN CE Courses (2026)

To renew your LPN license in Alabama you need to satisfy the Alabama Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 24 hours per 2-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.

What Alabama requires for LPN renewal

CE hours required24 hours per cycle
Renewal cycle24 months
Governing bodyAlabama Board of Nursing

LPNs must complete 24 hours of Board-approved/Board-recognized continuing education per two-year license period as a condition of renewal. CE hours must be earned within the 24 months preceding the renewal application. Newly licensed LPNs are required to complete a mandatory class before their first renewal (commonly described as a 4-hour course). The official ABN page states 24 hours of CE per license period and does not list additional mandatory clinical topics for LPNs on the renewal page itself.

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Alabama LPN CE course providers

Heads-up: These are independent, third-party CE providers — we are not affiliated with them and don't guarantee approval. Always confirm a course is accepted by the Alabama Board of Nursing before purchasing.

Alabama LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Alabama?

Alabama requires about 24 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. LPNs must complete 24 hours of Board-approved/Board-recognized continuing education per two-year license period as a condition of renewal. CE hours must be earned within the 24 months preceding the renewal application. Newly licensed LPNs are required to complete a mandatory class before their first renewal (commonly described as a 4-hour course). The official ABN page states 24 hours of CE per license period and does not list additional mandatory clinical topics for LPNs on the renewal page itself.

Do online LPN CE courses count in Alabama?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my Alabama LPN CE?

Alabama generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Alabama Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

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