LPN License Renewal in Vermont (2026)

LPN license renewal in Vermont is handled by the Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont 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.

Vermont LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	LPN licenses renew biennially and expire January 31 of even-numbered years. Renewal opens about six weeks before expiration via the OPR Online Services System; courtesy email reminders are sent. Late renewals are subject to penalties.
CE hours required	See board
Renewal fee	$200.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Board of Nursing

Go to the official Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Board of Nursing renewal page →

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Vermont

Vermont uses a continued-competency model with multiple alternative pathways; LPNs must attest to meeting ONE of the following before expiration: (a) active practice of 400 hours (50 days) of paid nursing in the prior 2 years OR 960 hours (120 days) in the prior 5 years; (b) 20 hours of continuing education within the prior 2 years (certificates uploaded with the renewal application); (c) holding a nationally recognized nursing certification (acceptable LPN certifications listed by the board); or (d) completion of an original/initial or re-entry nursing program within the last 5 years. There is no flat mandatory CE-hour requirement applicable to every renewal because practice hours and certification are accepted in lieu of CE; the CE pathway itself is 20 hours per 2-year cycle. No specific mandated topic areas are imposed.

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How to renew your LPN license in Vermont

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Board of Nursing 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: Vermont calls the credential LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse); only California and Texas use LVN. License code 025 in the OPR fee schedule. Renewal fee verified as $200 on the official OPR Initial Licensing/Renewal Fees & Dates schedule (updated 7/1/2025); the $150 endorsement and $75 exam + $100 multistate figures shown next to code 025 are application/endorsement fees, not the renewal fee. For comparison, RN (026) renewal is $220 and APRN (101) is $145, so LPN has a distinct fee. FBI fingerprint background check required for licensure; not re-required at renewal if already on file and licensure stayed active. Renewal requirements are the same structure for LPN and RN. CE certificates are uploaded directly within the online renewal application rather than tracked through CE Broker. Late renewals are 'subject to penalties' per the official instructions, but no fixed late/penalty dollar amount is published in the renewal instructions or fee schedule, so late_fee is null.

LPN license renewal in Vermont: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Vermont?

Vermont LPN licenses renew every 24 months. LPN licenses renew biennially and expire January 31 of even-numbered years. Renewal opens about six weeks before expiration via the OPR Online Services System; courtesy email reminders are sent. Late renewals are subject to penalties.

Can I renew my Vermont LPN license online?

Yes — Vermont offers online renewal through the Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Vermont LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation, Vermont Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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