LPN License Renewal in Connecticut (2026)

LPN license renewal in Connecticut is handled by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section), which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)s to renew every 12 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.

Connecticut LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	LPN licenses in Connecticut renew annually. The license first expires in the licensee's birth month following issuance and must be renewed each year thereafter in that birth month.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$70.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section)

Go to the official Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section). automated research workflow (official connecticut Board of Nursing), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Connecticut

Connecticut does not impose a general per-cycle continuing-education contact-hour total for LPNs. The only mandated CE is a one-time requirement (and once every six years thereafter for those renewing on/after Jan 1, 2022) of 2 contact hours of training/education on mental health topics including post-traumatic stress disorder, suicide risk, depression and grief, and suicide prevention. One contact hour equals at least 50 minutes of instruction. Qualifying activities include courses approved/offered by the American Nurses Association, Connecticut Hospital Association, Connecticut Nurses Association, the Connecticut Center for Nursing Workforce, specialty nursing societies, hospitals/health-care institutions, regionally accredited academic institutions, or state/local health departments. Because there is no fixed annual contact-hour count, the per-cycle hours figure is left null.

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How to renew your LPN license in Connecticut

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section) 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 in Connecticut is "Licensed Practical Nurse" (LPN); only California and Texas use "Licensed Vocational Nurse" (LVN). Governed by the CT DPH Board of Examiners for Nursing. Renewal is annual (not the typical 24-month biennial cycle) based on the licensee's birth month. Single fixed renewal fee verified at $70.00. A late/penalty fee for late renewal was not published on the official renewal pages reviewed, so left null; a lapsed license requires reinstatement (separate process). Online renewal is via the state eLicense system. Retired LPNs may renew at a reduced fee. Nursing CE in CT is limited to the special-topic mental-health/suicide-prevention requirement rather than a blanket annual contact-hour mandate; verify current details via the Board of Examiners for Nursing (860-509-7603).

LPN license renewal in Connecticut: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Connecticut?

Connecticut LPN licenses renew every 12 months. LPN licenses in Connecticut renew annually. The license first expires in the licensee's birth month following issuance and must be renewed each year thereafter in that birth month.

Can I renew my Connecticut LPN license online?

Yes — Connecticut offers online renewal through the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Connecticut LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Board of Examiners for Nursing (Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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