Arizona
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Arizona (2026)
No contact hours required to renew, on a 48-month renewal cycle with Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 48 months
Quadrennial; all RN licenses (including compact) renew every four years by April 1
Continuing education
No contact hours required to renew
No fixed CE contact-hour requirement. Continued-competency model: attest to one of — 960 hours clinical practice in past 5 years, recent graduation, a Board-approved refresher course, or an advanced nursing degree
Source: Arizona State Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Arizona State Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Arizona?
- Quadrennial; all RN licenses (including compact) renew every four years by April 1
- How many contact hours do I need in Arizona?
- No contact hours required to renew. No fixed CE contact-hour requirement. Continued-competency model: attest to one of — 960 hours clinical practice in past 5 years, recent graduation, a Board-approved refresher course, or an advanced nursing degree
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Arizona?
- Through Arizona State Board of Nursing. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.