Everything nurses and midwives need to know about the 2025 AHPRA renewal process—including critical dates, portal changes, compliance requirements, and NPAA support.
Standard renewal deadline: 31 May 2025
Late renewal period: Until 30 June 2025 (a $30 late fee applies)
After 30 June: You will be removed from the NMBA register and must cease practising.
You can continue to practice while your application is being processed, as long as you are not suspended.
If you do not renew by 31 May, you must stop working and notify your line manager.
This year, AHPRA has rolled out a new online portal for all registration renewals.
What you need to do:
Set up an account on the new AHPRA portal
Enable multifactor authentication (MFA), which is now mandatory
To complete MFA setup, you will need to:
Download the Google Authenticator app to your mobile device
Use the app to scan a QR code during portal setup
Enter the 6-digit code from the app every time you log in
Set up your portal access well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues or login delays.
For Individual Nurses and Midwives
AHPRA has provided:
Step-by-step guides and videos to walk you through the portal setup and renewal process
Explanations of the declaration questions and requirements
Resources include:
Portal access and setup instructions
Video walkthroughs for the entire renewal process
For Employers, Managers and Health Services
AHPRA is holding a series of free webinars to help support your staff or colleagues through the renewal process.
Webinar Sessions
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Session |
Date |
Time (AEST) |
Registration Link |
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1 |
Thursday, 1 May |
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM |
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2 |
Friday, 2 May |
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM |
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3 |
Monday, 5 May |
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
Under national law, you must not practice without appropriate PII cover.
NPAA members have valid PII as part of their membership
You can download your Certificate of Currency through your NPAA dashboard
Need one with your name on it?
Contact the NPAA hotline
If you are not currently practising, you are not required to hold PII.
To maintain your registration, you must have completed a minimum of 450 hours of practice within the last 5 years.
This includes:
Clinical roles
Education, research, admin, or management roles
If you hold dual registration (e.g., as a nurse and midwife), you must meet recency of practice in each profession.
You must notify AHPRA if there have been changes to your criminal record that could impact your ability to practise safely.
You must declare:
Any offence with a potential sentence of 12 months or more
In WA: convictions for unpaid parking fines
In QLD: if you pleaded guilty and the outcome was guilty
In TAS: speeding or parking fines generally do not need to be declared unless they involve a conviction
If unsure, it is always safer to declare. Minor matters, if declared accurately, may not require further action.
You must declare any physical or mental impairment, condition, disability, or substance dependency that affects your ability to practice safely.
If your condition is well-managed and does not impair your ability to practice, you do not need to declare it.
You will be asked whether you perform EEPs and whether you comply with:
Communicable Disease Network Australia (CDNA) guidelines
National guidelines for healthcare workers with bloodborne viruses
Relevant links and information are provided during the renewal process.
If your right to practice at a healthcare facility has been restricted or withdrawn due to your conduct, performance or health, you must declare it.
This question typically applies to Nurse Practitioners or Midwives with specific clinical privileges, such as admitting rights.
It does not apply to general employment matters like being performance managed or terminated.
To renew your registration, you must declare that you have met the CPD standard.
Annual CPD Requirements
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Registration Type |
Hours Required |
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RN, EN, Midwife |
20 hours |
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RN + Midwife |
40 hours |
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Nurse Practitioner or Midwife Practitioner |
30 hours (including 10 hours related to advanced practice or prescribing) |
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With Scheduled Medicines Endorsement |
Additional 10 hours for endorsement |
Pro Rata CPD (for new registrants)
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Time Registered |
Minimum CPD |
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0-3 months |
≥ 5 hours |
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3–6 months |
≥ 10 hours |
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6–9 months |
≥ 15 hours |
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9–12 months |
≥ 20 hours |
Acceptable CPD activities include:
Nurse Academy (formally RedU) online learning modules
Webinars and online events
Formal education or postgraduate study
Journal clubs, in-service education, writing or presenting
Mentoring, policy development, and clinical audits
NPAA members can track and download their CPD hours via their Nurse Academy (RedU) dashboard. Contact NPAA if you have trouble accessing your record.
Non-practicing registration is available for those who:
Have retired
Are on extended leave
Are experiencing illness or injury
You are not required to meet CPD, PII or recency of practice (ROP) standards under a non-practicing registration.
Being an NPAA member gives you:
Automatic PII cover
Legal and professional support
Access to Nurse Academy (RedU) CPD tracking
Assistance with AHPRA audits and renewal questions
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The information presented in this blog article was sourced from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA): https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Registration-Standards.aspx
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