LPN License Renewal in Utah (2026)

LPN license renewal in Utah is handled by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — 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.

Utah LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial fixed cycle: LPN licenses expire January 31 of even-numbered years (every two years). DOPL mails a renewal notice to the address of record at least 60 days before expiration.
CE hours required	30 hours
Renewal fee	$68.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing

Go to the official Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing. automated research workflow (official utah Board of Nursing), confidence high.

Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Utah

Utah uses a continued-competency model with three pathways for the preceding 2-year period: (1) at least 400 hours of licensed practice; (2) at least 200 hours of licensed practice plus 15 hours of approved continuing education; or (3) 30 hours of approved continuing education. The 30-hour figure is the pure-CE pathway (LPN and RN share the same requirement in Utah). In addition, all renewing licensees must complete at least one online suicide prevention training course (DOPL-listed 0.5-credit courses such as Suicide Safety Planning with Patients, Talking to Patients About Suicide, or Counseling on Access to Lethal Means), which counts toward CE.

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How to renew your LPN license in Utah

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing portal.
Complete the required 30 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 Utah is "Licensed Practical Nurse" (LPN); only California and Texas use "Licensed Vocational Nurse" (LVN). Board domain migrated from dopl.utah.gov to commerce.utah.gov/dopl (301 redirect; both serve the same content). CE is not a flat hours requirement — it is one of three competency options (practice hours, hybrid, or 30 CE hours), so ce_hours_required reflects the pure-CE pathway. Suicide prevention training is a mandatory topic each renewal. Reinstatement fees if expired: $20 if 30 days or less past due; $50 if 31 days to 2 years past due; not renewable after 2 years (must reapply). LPN renewal fee ($68) and Late Renewal Fee ($20) verified on the official DOPL fee schedule PDF.

LPN license renewal in Utah: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Utah?

Utah LPN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial fixed cycle: LPN licenses expire January 31 of even-numbered years (every two years). DOPL mails a renewal notice to the address of record at least 60 days before expiration.

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

Approximately 30 continuing-education hours per cycle. Utah uses a continued-competency model with three pathways for the preceding 2-year period: (1) at least 400 hours of licensed practice; (2) at least 200 hours of licensed practice plus 15 hours of approved continuing education; or (3) 30 hours of approved continuing education. The 30-hour figure is the pure-CE pathway (LPN and RN share the same requirement in Utah). In addition, all renewing licensees must complete at least one online suicide prevention training course (DOPL-listed 0.5-credit courses such as Suicide Safety Planning with Patients, Talking to Patients About Suicide, or Counseling on Access to Lethal Means), which counts toward CE. Confirm the current requirement with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my Utah LPN license online?

Yes — Utah offers online renewal through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Utah LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $20 may apply. Contact the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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