Idaho RN license renewal and continuing education

This page explains the ACLS certification process in Idaho, including accreditation with its different government agencies and how to complete your certification online or in-person.

Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS/PALS/BLS courses

The official place to buy Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS, PALS, and BLS courses is this acls.net website.

Pacific Medical Training brand ACLS/PALS/BLS courses are accepted in Idaho through the following accreditation bodies and agencies:

State of Idaho Board of Nursing for nurses accepts our ANCC COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
Idaho Board of Medicine for physicians accepts our AMA COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
Idaho State Board of Dentistry for dental professionals accepts our ADA COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
Idaho Board of Optometry for optometrists accepts our CPR because our course satisfies their rules.
Idaho State Board of Pharmacy for pharmacists accepts our ACPE COURSES because our course satisfies their rules.
Idaho Dept. of Health & Welfare Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness IdahoEMS@dhw.idaho.gov for EMTs accepts our ACLS, BLS, PALS because our course satisfies their rules.
for body artists accepts our BBP because there are no specific requirements or restrictions.

RN license transfer, renewal & continuing ed

Each state needs a competent medical workforce to meet the needs of its citizens. However, the requirements for some healthcare professions are not the same in each state. That is why it is important to find out what is required of you as a future or current registered nurse before moving across state lines. Contact information is located at the bottom of this page.

Endorsements

Idaho is a compact state, meaning nurses can practice across other compact states without needing to apply for a separate license. If you are moving to Idaho or claiming it as your primary state of residence, you will need to apply for an endorsement to use your license in Idaho. General instructions are listed below:

Complete an endorsement application through the Nurse Portal.
Pay the required application fee ($110).
Submit a fingerprint-based criminal background check ($42 fee).
Verification of licensure through the Nursys system, or if your state does not participate, submit the “Verification of Licensure” form.

You may also apply for a temporary license while your endorsement is being processed. This costs an additional $25.

Renewals

Idaho nursing licenses expire on August 31 of odd-numbered years. Renewal can be completed through the Nurse Portal. The renewal fee is $90.

Continuing competency

Idaho does not require continuing education for RN license renewal. However, you must maintain good standing with the Board, and audits may be conducted to ensure competency.

Contact information

Idaho Board of Nursing
Division of Occupational & Professional Licenses
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0063

Headquarters office:
11341 W. Chinden Blvd.
Boise, ID 83714

Phone: 208-334-3233
Email: support@ACLS.netEmail</a

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday

For more details, visit the Idaho Board of Nursing website.

In-person training

	Blended class	Classroom
Format	This is a personalized and adaptive class completed online with a computer. After the class you will schedule with an instructor to complete the hands-on portion of the class.	This is a traditional classroom class with an instructor.
Course completion	Complete the online portion + hands-on skills session with an AHA Instructor.	Contact a Training Center in your area to sign up for an instructor-led class, see above
Time	The online portion of HeartCode BLS can be completed in approximately 1 to 2 hours. Time to complete the hands-on skills session varies around approximately 60 minutes, depending on your experience level.	A full BLS provider course can take 4.5 hours to complete, including skills practice and skills testing.
Completion card	BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years	BLS provider course completion card, valid for two years

Nearby training sites

View our list of training centers and skill testers in ID.

Madison Memorial Hospital Training Center
393 E. 2nd N./ Rexburg, ID BLS ACLS PALS

Keyes to Safety LLC
417 Shoup Ave W/ Twin Falls, ID BLS ACLS PALS

Idaho CPR Plus
3669 W. Wright St/ Boise, ID BLS ACLS PALS

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center
415 6th St/ Lewiston, ID BLS ACLS PALS

St. Luke's Regional Medical Center
190 E Bannock St/ Boise, ID BLS ACLS PALS

Madison Memorial Hospital
Training Center-Heather Burrell, 35 North 1st East, Suite 2, P.O. Box 310/ Rexburg, ID BLS ACLS PALS

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Total 9 training sites in ID. Show all.

Pacific Medical Training course acceptance chart.

This list of AHA training centers is original research produced by Pacific Medical Training and is not authorized by any third party. By completing this form you are asking Pacific Medical Training to arrange a course and/or skills testing for you, preferably with this training center.

The American Heart Association name is owned by American Heart Association, Inc. Pacific Medical Training has no affiliation with American Heart Association.