Montana LPN CE Courses (2026)

To renew your LPN license in Montana you need to satisfy the Montana Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.

What Montana requires for LPN renewal

CE hours requiredNo single fixed hour count — see details
Renewal cycle24 months
Governing bodyMontana Board of Nursing

Montana no longer requires continuing education for nursing license renewal. The Board repealed its CE rules (including ARM 24.159.2102, "Biennial Continuing Education Requirements") effective November 18, 2023; previously LPNs/RNs needed 24 contact hours per biennial cycle. No CE contact hours are now required to renew, though the Board still offers free contact hours. The renewal form notes a recurring duty to comply with any requirements established under ARM 24.159.2102 and possible audit, but that CE rule has been repealed.

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Montana LPN CE course providers

Heads-up: These are independent, third-party CE providers — we are not affiliated with them and don't guarantee approval. Always confirm a course is accepted by the Montana Board of Nursing before purchasing.

Montana LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Montana?

Montana does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for LPN renewal. Montana no longer requires continuing education for nursing license renewal. The Board repealed its CE rules (including ARM 24.159.2102, "Biennial Continuing Education Requirements") effective November 18, 2023; previously LPNs/RNs needed 24 contact hours per biennial cycle. No CE contact hours are now required to renew, though the Board still offers free contact hours. The renewal form notes a recurring duty to comply with any requirements established under ARM 24.159.2102 and possible audit, but that CE rule has been repealed.

Do online LPN CE courses count in Montana?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Montana Board of Nursing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my Montana LPN CE?

Montana generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Montana Board of Nursing.

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Montana Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

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