Arizona LPN License: Lookup, Renewal, CE, and Fees

Arizona belongs to the Nurse Licensure Compact, with the enhanced compact effective January 19, 2018. An LPN moving from another compact state can continue working in Arizona under a current multistate license while the Arizona application is processed, but because a multistate license requires primary residence in the issuing state, anyone making Arizona home must still apply for licensure by endorsement to hold an Arizona multistate license.

To apply by endorsement, an LPN submits the RN/LPN Endorsement application through the Arizona Nurse Portal for $150, plus a $50 fingerprint background check, and uploads documents showing citizenship or lawful presence. Arizona requests verification of the original license through Nursys and requires proof of at least 960 hours of practice in the past 5 years. Arizona offers a temporary permit, and the board does not list a separate state law exam or English proficiency test as part of the endorsement process.

Arizona requires LPN applicants to graduate from a Board-approved practical nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN exam; the state does not add a separate jurisprudence exam. Graduates of Arizona programs use an Affidavit of Graduation, while out-of-state graduates have transcripts sent directly to the board. New graduates must become licensed within 2 years of graduation or complete a refresher course after passing the NCLEX-PN. Foreign-educated applicants need an ERES or Josef Silny education equivalency report and must show English proficiency unless exempt.