LPN License Renewal in Alaska (2026)

LPN license renewal in Alaska is handled by the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development), 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.

Alaska LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	LPN licenses renew biennially and expire September 30 of even-numbered years (a fixed statewide date, not birth-month based). Licenses issued within about 90 days of expiration roll to the next renewal period; an unrenewed license lapses on the first day of the new licensing period.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$200.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development)

Go to the official Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development) renewal page →

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). automated research workflow (official alaska Board of Nursing), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Alaska

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.

Need approved hours? Compare Alaska LPN CE courses (some links are affiliate links).

How to renew your LPN license in Alaska

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development) portal.
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 is "Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)" in Alaska; only California and Texas use "Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)." Renewal/online filing is done through the applicant's MyAlaska account and the My License self-service portal. The $200 figure is the license fee component published on the official LPN endorsement instructions ($375 total = $100 nonrefundable application fee + $200 license fee + $75 fingerprint processing fee); the recurring renewal carries the $200 license fee, but the renewal page itself did not separately publish a single renewal-fee line, and no delinquent/late fee amount was found on an official page (lapsed licenses require reinstatement under 12 AAC 44.317 rather than a stated late fee). LPN renewals for the cycle ending 9/30/2024 are closed; lapsed holders must reinstate. CE hours set to null because Alaska's requirement is a competency-options model, not a fixed CE-hour mandate. Phone: 907-269-8160.

LPN license renewal in Alaska: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Alaska?

Alaska LPN licenses renew every 24 months. LPN licenses renew biennially and expire September 30 of even-numbered years (a fixed statewide date, not birth-month based). Licenses issued within about 90 days of expiration roll to the next renewal period; an unrenewed license lapses on the first day of the new licensing period.

Can I renew my Alaska LPN license online?

Yes — Alaska offers online renewal through the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Alaska LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Alaska Board of Nursing (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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