Nurse License Requirements in Arizona
License RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: Arizona State Board of Nursing
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Pearson VUE
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Registered Nurse (RN)
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Arizona State Board of Nursing licenses LPNs and RNs. Requires passing NCLEX-RN or NCLEX-PN. Arizona is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state. Renewal every two years; no mandatory continuing education hours for RNs but continuing competency is required.