LPN & LVN Continuing Education
Fulfill your continuing education requirements and advance your nursing career with ANCC-accredited CEU courses designed for Licensed Practical Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses.
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- State CE Package: Your State CE Requirements Package is included with Membership.
- All State-Required CEUs: All of the RN or LPN state-required CE you need, no matter where you practice.
- Unlimited Podcast CE Access: Unlimited CE credit for listening to Elite CE podcasts on apps like Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
- Extensive CE Library: Over 70 courses across 25+ specialties in the formats you love most (online, video, text, webinar, and podcast).
Online Continuing Education for LPNs and LVNs
Every state requires Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to complete continuing education as a condition of license renewal. These CE requirements ensure you stay current on clinical best practices, patient safety standards, and the evolving scope of practical nursing.
Browse LPN & LVN Continuing Education Courses
Choose from hundreds of ANCC-accredited CE courses spanning clinical specialties, mandatory state topics, and professional development. Filter by specialty to find exactly what you need.
Popular CE Packages
Bundle your required contact hours into a single, discounted package. Choose the CE package that matches your state’s renewal requirements.
Become a Member
Best value. Get unlimited access to all CE courses, including state mandatory topics, with an Elite Learning membership.
Nursing Podcasts
Earn CE credit while you listen. Explore podcast-based courses on trending clinical topics that impact nurses across the country.
LPN & LVN Continuing Education Requirements
Continuing education requirements for LPNs and LVNs vary by state, but most boards of nursing require a specific number of contact hours per renewal cycle, which is typically every one to two years. Some states also require specific mandatory topics such as:
- Infection control and prevention
- Pain management and opioid prescribing
- Domestic violence and human trafficking recognition
- Cultural competency and implicit bias
- HIV/AIDS education
- Laws and rules governing nursing practice
Not sure what your state requires?
Contact your state board of nursing directly or check your renewal notice for the specific CE hours and mandatory topics required before your next deadline.
Elite Learning’s course library covers all commonly required mandatory topics across all 50 states, so you can complete your requirements in one place.
How to Complete Your LPN/LVN CEUs Online
Completing your continuing education with Elite Learning is straightforward. You can finish your required CEU hours from any device, at any time.
Choose Your Courses
Browse by specialty topic or select a CE package that covers your state’s mandatory requirements. All courses list the number of contact hours and applicable state approvals.
Study at Your Own Pace
Access your courses 24/7 from any desktop or mobile device. Read, watch, or listen when you like. We offer multiple learning formats so you can study in a way that works for you.
Pass the Assessment
Complete a brief post-test to demonstrate mastery. Most assessments allow unlimited retakes, so there’s no pressure.
Get Your Certificate Instantly
Download your CE certificate immediately upon completion. If your state participates in CE Broker, we automatically report your completed hours. No extra steps required!
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By Nurses, for Nurses
Every course is authored by practicing healthcare professionals and rigorously peer-reviewed. Our content is built to help you grow as a nurse, not just check a box.
ANCC-Accredited
Colibri Healthcare, LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC). Our courses are accepted by state boards of nursing nationwide.
Learn Anywhere, Anytime
Access your entire CE library 24/7 from any mobile or desktop device. Start a course at home and pick it up on your break. Your progress is always saved.
Colibri Healthcare, LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the ANCC. Completed hours are automatically reported to CE Broker in approved states.
Frequently Asked Questions
Continuing education (CE) refers to the coursework that Licensed Practical Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses must complete to maintain their nursing license. State boards of nursing require CE to ensure nurses stay current on clinical standards, patient safety, and evolving healthcare practices. CE is measured in contact hours or continuing education units (CEUs).
The number of required CEU hours varies by state but typically falls between 20 and 30 contact hours per two-year renewal cycle. Some states require fewer hours, and some require additional hours in mandatory topics such as infection control or pain management. Check with your state board of nursing for your specific requirements.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) and LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) are two titles for the same role. California and Texas use the title LVN, while the remaining 48 states and the District of Columbia use LPN. The education, scope of practice, and continuing education requirements are functionally the same.
Elite Learning’s parent company, Colibri Healthcare, is ANCC-accredited, which means our courses are accepted by boards of nursing in all 50 states. Specific state mandatory topic courses are clearly labeled so you can easily identify which courses satisfy your state’s requirements.
Yes! All Elite Learning CE courses are available 100% online and can be completed from any desktop or mobile device. You can start, pause, and resume courses at any time, and your progress is saved automatically.
Yes. Colibri Healthcare automatically reports completed CE hours to CE Broker in all approved states. Once you finish a course, your hours are submitted without any additional steps on your part.
Your CE certificate is available for download immediately after you pass the post-course assessment. There is no waiting period. You can print it or save a digital copy for your records and submit it to your state board if needed. Browse LPN / LVN Courses