Direct answer
A stable blanket CE total was not identified; request credential-specific requirements in writing.
American Samoa factual snapshot for this workflow
| Reviewed item | Jurisdiction-specific detail |
|---|---|
| Authority | American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board |
| Public verification | American Samoa official license verification |
| Renewal cycle | Confirm directly with the Regulatory Board |
| Renewal deadline | Use the license expiration and written Board instructions. |
| Continuing competence | A stable blanket CE total was not identified; request credential-specific requirements in writing. |
| Fees | A stable current official fee source was not identified; confirm directly before payment. |
| Compact status | Non-compact jurisdiction |
| Credentials | RN, LPN |
| Phone | 684-633-1222 |
| Physical location | American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board, Department of Health, Pago Pago, AS 96799 |
4 primary official source records and 6 labeled official destinations support this jurisdiction guide. Source verification dates are shown separately from editorial release dates.
Continuing education or continuing competence rule
A stable blanket CE total was not identified; request credential-specific requirements in writing.
Mandatory topics, pathways and conditions
- Use the credential-specific official instructions.
- Complete any mandatory topic or practice pathway.
- Retain supporting evidence for audit.
Credential-specific checks
American Samoa routing note: American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board is the responsible licensing authority. Request current forms, deadlines, fees and CE requirements directly in writing.
For American Samoa, rN: verify the exact credential record, renewal rule and any credential-specific education or practice requirements.
For American Samoa, lPN: verify the exact credential record, renewal rule and any credential-specific education or practice requirements.
American Samoa RN: verify that the American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board record or the specifically named registry shows the credential, current status and any separate approval required for the role. Renewal or competence requirements may differ from other American Samoa credentials.
American Samoa LPN: verify that the American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board record or the specifically named registry shows the credential, current status and any separate approval required for the role. Renewal or competence requirements may differ from other American Samoa credentials.
Keep evidence for an audit
Maintain documentation required by the licensing authority.
- Keep certificates and provider details for the published retention period.
- Confirm course completion falls inside the correct renewal period.
- Do not assume RN and APRN requirements are identical.
- Check whether the provider reports electronically or whether you must upload documentation.
Common CE problems
CE or competence is not accepted
Compare the course, provider, date, credential and documentation with the exact American Samoa rule: A stable blanket CE total was not identified; request credential-specific requirements in writing. Retain evidence and use the authority’s upload or audit instructions.
Wrong credential rule
Return to the official source and match RN, LPN/LVN, APRN, first-renewal, certificate or assistant requirements before purchasing additional coursework.
Course not accepted
Confirm provider approval, topic, completion date and documentation against the authority instructions. A generic completion certificate does not prove acceptance.
Fraud and privacy safety
- Begin every American Samoa transaction from a reviewed authority domain (www.americansamoa.gov) or a source-reviewed link on this guide.
- Do not give a caller payment-card details, a password or a one-time code merely because the caller claims to represent American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board.
- If threatened with immediate suspension or arrest, end the call and verify the issue through 684-633-1222 or the secure American Samoa account.
- Use American Samoa License Verification to confirm current status rather than a private lookup page or emailed screenshot.
- Upload identity, background, education or legal documents only through a secure method explicitly named by American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board.
- Before paying, verify the credential, transaction and amount against the current American Samoa instructions; save the receipt and then verify the public record.
- For American Samoa, report a suspected licensing impersonation or phishing attempt to the authority and the relevant consumer-protection or law-enforcement channel.
Frequently asked questions
How much continuing education is required in American Samoa?
A stable blanket CE total was not identified; request credential-specific requirements in writing.
Are there mandatory topics?
Use the credential-specific official instructions. Complete any mandatory topic or practice pathway. Retain supporting evidence for audit.
Should I keep completion records?
Maintain documentation required by the licensing authority.
Can CE rules differ by credential?
Yes. RN, LPN/LVN, APRN, first-renewal, assistant and certificate-specific rules can differ.
What if CE does not appear in my account?
Compare the course, provider, date, credential and documentation with the exact American Samoa rule: A stable blanket CE total was not identified; request credential-specific requirements in writing. Retain evidence and use the authority’s upload or audit instructions.
Can I use any online course?
No. Confirm accepted providers, course categories, mandatory topics and completion dates before purchasing a course.
Is CE always required for every renewal?
Not necessarily. Some jurisdictions use practice hours, competency pathways, exemptions or credential-specific requirements. Use the exact official rule.
Where do I verify CE information?
Use the official continuing education or competence source listed in the official-resource directory.
Source-reviewed official resources
American Samoa licensing or renewal portal ↗
Primary official source reviewed for this jurisdiction.
Exact primary-source record · July 27, 2026American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board ↗
Primary official source reviewed for this jurisdiction.
Exact primary-source record · July 27, 2026Nurse Licensure Compact ↗
National compact resource used with the American Samoa status recorded as Non-compact jurisdiction; individual eligibility depends on the actual license designation and primary state of residence.
Exact primary-source record · July 27, 2026NCLEX Official Website ↗
Official NCLEX information for examination candidates applying through American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board; passing the exam does not itself create an American Samoa license.
National official source · July 28, 2026American Samoa license verification ↗
National licensing guidance used to interpret verification categories; the local American Samoa source remains American Samoa official license verification.
Exact primary-source record · July 27, 2026NCSBN License Verification Guidance ↗
National licensing guidance used to interpret verification categories; the local American Samoa source remains American Samoa official license verification.
National official source · July 28, 2026Nursys QuickConfirm and e-Notify ↗
National participating-board service used alongside American Samoa official license verification for American Samoa; follow American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board instructions for endorsement or monitoring.
National official service · July 28, 2026Official sources reviewed
American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board ↗
Reviewed July 27, 2026
American Samoa license verification ↗
Reviewed July 27, 2026
American Samoa licensing or renewal portal ↗
Reviewed July 27, 2026
Nurse Licensure Compact ↗
Reviewed July 27, 2026