Montana Board of Nursing

LPN

License by Credentialing - If you have an active Nursing license from another state.  Credentialing is also referred to as Endorsement in the Board of Nursing rules.

Checklist for License by Credentialing


License by Examination -   If you are a Nursing graduate and not licensed in other states.

Checklist for License by Examination

  • You are required to pay an additional fee to take the NCLEX-PN

    To request NCLEX testing accommodations:

    Process for Testing Accommodations 

  • If you currently hold an LPN license with a Multistate privilege in a Compact state, you do not need a license in Montana to practice. If you are changing your primary state of residence to Montana, you will need to apply for a license in Montana.
  • Occurs every other year.  If you are an "odd" licensee, your license must be renewed by December 31st of odd numbered years, if you are an "even" licensee, your license must be renewed by December 31st of even numbered years. Renewal applications post marked or submitted online after this date are subject to additional fees.
  • $100.00
  • 24 contact hours of continuing education every two years due by the time of license renewal. A random audit of licensees will be performed.
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