Wyoming
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Wyoming (2026)
No contact hours required to renew, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Wyoming State Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; licenses renew in even years, expire December 31
Continuing education
No contact hours required to renew
No mandatory CE — CE is only one path to continued competency. A nurse qualifies by 400 hours of active practice in 2 years, OR a lower-practice tier plus CE (the Board's affidavit lists a 40-hour CE option; some sources cite 30), OR NCLEX/refresher/advanced degree/national certification.
Source: Wyoming State Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Wyoming State Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Wyoming?
- Biennial; licenses renew in even years, expire December 31
- How many contact hours do I need in Wyoming?
- No contact hours required to renew. No mandatory CE — CE is only one path to continued competency. A nurse qualifies by 400 hours of active practice in 2 years, OR a lower-practice tier plus CE (the Board's affidavit lists a 40-hour CE option; some sources cite 30), OR NCLEX/refresher/advanced degree/national certification.
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Wyoming?
- Through Wyoming 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.