Washington Nurse Practitioner (APRN) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a advanced registered nurse practitioner (arnp) misses CE requirements in Washington, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Per WAC 246-840-990, an ARNP license expired one year or more is subject to a $50 late renewal penalty on top of the $130 renewal fee. The Board's official fee page lists reactivation of an expired ARNP license at $180.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Washington State Board of Nursing (official)

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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