Vermont RN License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Registered Nurse in Vermont
1 Education Requirements
Minimum Degree
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Requirements
- Complete an approved pre-licensure nursing program
- Program must be approved by state board or equivalent
- Foreign-educated nurses must meet CGFNS requirements
Graduate from a state-approved nursing education program
2 NCLEX-RN Examination
Exam Name
NCLEX-RN
Administered By
Pearson VUE
Passing Standard
Pass/Fail (Adaptive)
Tip: Register for the NCLEX through Pearson VUE after receiving your Authorization to Test (ATT) from the state board.
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3 Background Check
4 Fees
Initial Licensure
| Application Fee | $150 |
| Examination Fee | $200 |
| Fingerprinting | $50 |
| Total | $400 |
Total includes application ($150), NCLEX ($200), and fingerprinting ($50). Vermont is an NLC compact member since February 2022. Continuing competency required: 20 CE hrs or 400 practice hrs or national certification.
Renewal
| Renewal Fee (every 2 years) | $150 |
Continuing Education Requirements
Required Topics
- • Continuing Education (CE pathway): 20 hours
State Board of Nursing
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NLC Compact Member
Vermont is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact. With a multistate license, you can practice in multiple states.
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Based on 3 official sources • Last verified: February 2026