Vermont RN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your RN license in Vermont you need to satisfy the Vermont Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 20 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 Vermont requires for RN renewal
| CE hours required | 20 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Vermont Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State) |
Vermont uses a competency/active-practice model. At renewal an RN meets one of: active practice of 400 hours in two years (or 960 hours in five years); 20 hours of CE within two years; a recognized national certification; or completion of a nursing or re-entry program within five years. The 20 CE hours apply only if the CE pathway is chosen.
Full RN renewal guide for Vermont (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Vermont RN CE course providers
- Nurse.com CE
Large catalog of accredited nursing CE, including state-mandated topic courses.
- Elite Learning — Nursing CE
State-specific RN CE packages bundled around each state's renewal requirements.
- CEUfast
ANCC-accredited unlimited-CE subscription accepted in most states.
- Wild Iris Medical Education
Individual accredited nursing CE courses, including pharmacology and ethics.
- Western Schools
RN CE course bundles organized by state renewal rules.
Vermont RN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my RN license in Vermont?
Vermont requires about 20 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Vermont uses a competency/active-practice model. At renewal an RN meets one of: active practice of 400 hours in two years (or 960 hours in five years); 20 hours of CE within two years; a recognized national certification; or completion of a nursing or re-entry program within five years. The 20 CE hours apply only if the CE pathway is chosen.
Do online RN CE courses count in Vermont?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Vermont Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Vermont RN CE?
Vermont generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Vermont Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Vermont Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Vermont Board of Nursing (Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State) site →