LPN License Renewal in Alabama (2026)

LPN license renewal in Alabama is handled by the Alabama Board of Nursing, which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Alabama LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial renewal on a fixed schedule. LPNs renew in odd-numbered years (RNs/APRNs renew in even years). The renewal window opens at 8:00 a.m. on September 1 and closes at 4:30 p.m. on December 31; failure to renew by the December 31 deadline causes the license to lapse.
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	$103.50
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Alabama Board of Nursing

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Alabama

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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How to renew your LPN license in Alabama

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Alabama Board of Nursing portal.
Complete the required 24 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Credential in Alabama is "Licensed Practical Nurse" (LPN); only California and Texas use "Licensed Vocational Nurse" (LVN). Renewal fee of $103.50 is for single-state (Alabama-only) licensing ($100 license fee + $3.50 transaction fee); a multistate (compact) license is $203.50 ($200 + $3.50 transaction fee). Fees are non-refundable. No separate late/delinquent fee is published on the ABN renewal page — a missed deadline causes the license to lapse rather than incur a late fee, so late_fee is null. CE is tracked via the "My Profile" section of the ABN website (members can view, enter, and edit earned CE hours and access free Board-provided CE courses); Alabama does not use CE Broker. Online renewal is available through the ABN online renewal login portal (abn.alabama.gov) with payment by credit/debit card.

LPN license renewal in Alabama: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Alabama?

Alabama LPN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial renewal on a fixed schedule. LPNs renew in odd-numbered years (RNs/APRNs renew in even years). The renewal window opens at 8:00 a.m. on September 1 and closes at 4:30 p.m. on December 31; failure to renew by the December 31 deadline causes the license to lapse.

How many CE hours are required to renew an LPN license in Alabama?

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per 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. Confirm the current requirement with the Alabama Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my Alabama LPN license online?

Yes — Alabama offers online renewal through the Alabama Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Alabama LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Alabama Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) renewal