Alaska LPN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your LPN license in Alaska you need to satisfy the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development)'s continuing education (CE) requirement . 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 Alaska requires for LPN renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development) |
Alaska uses a continued-competency model rather than a flat CE mandate. Before renewal an LPN must complete two of three methods (per 12 AAC 44.620): 30 contact hours of approved continuing education; 30 hours of uncompensated professional activities; or 320 hours of employment practicing as an RN or LPN. No specific CE subject/topic is mandated. LPNs first licensed on or after October 1 of an odd-numbered year are exempt from proving continued competency at their first renewal. Same competency standard applies to both RNs and LPNs.
Full LPN renewal guide for Alaska (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Alaska LPN CE course providers
- Nurse.com CE
Accredited nursing CE for LPNs/LVNs, including state-mandated topic courses.
- Elite Learning — Nursing CE
State-specific LPN/LVN CE packages built around each state's renewal rules.
- CEUfast
ANCC-accredited unlimited-CE subscription accepted for LPNs in most states.
- Wild Iris Medical Education
Individual accredited nursing CE courses for LPNs/LVNs.
Alaska LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Alaska?
Alaska does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for LPN renewal. Alaska uses a continued-competency model rather than a flat CE mandate. Before renewal an LPN must complete two of three methods (per 12 AAC 44.620): 30 contact hours of approved continuing education; 30 hours of uncompensated professional activities; or 320 hours of employment practicing as an RN or LPN. No specific CE subject/topic is mandated. LPNs first licensed on or after October 1 of an odd-numbered year are exempt from proving continued competency at their first renewal. Same competency standard applies to both RNs and LPNs.
Do online LPN CE courses count in Alaska?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Alaska LPN CE?
Alaska generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.