If you’re looking to renew your Florida nursing license, here’s a quick summary of what you need. Click below to download your Florida nursing CE checklist.
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What do I need to renew my LVN/LPN license in Florida?
LVN/LPNs in Florida must complete approved CE every two years. The next license renewal for this group is July 31, 2025. A mandatory final examination with a passing score of 70% or higher is required for each course.
Mandatory courses include:
- General Hours (Sixteen (16) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Prevention of Medical Errors (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Florida Laws and Rules (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Human Trafficking (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (Two (2) contact hours every 2nd renewal)
- Domestic Violence (Two (2) contact hours every 3rd renewal; these hours are in addition to the 24 hours required for renewal)
- HIV/AIDS (One (1) contact hour; one-time requirement)
What do I need to renew my RN license in Florida?
RNs in Florida must complete approved CE every two years. A mandatory final examination with a passing score of 70% or higher is required for each course.
Mandatory courses include:
- General Hours (Sixteen (16) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Prevention of Medical Errors (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Florida Laws and Rules (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Human Trafficking (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (Two (2) contact hours every 2nd renewal)
- Domestic Violence (Two (2) contact hours every 3rd renewal; these hours are in addition to the 24 hours required for renewal)
- HIV/AIDS (One (1) contact hour; one-time requirement)
What do I need to renew my APN license in Florida?
APNs in Florida must complete approved CE every two years. Nurses must earn a passing score of 70% or higher in a mandatory final examination for each course.
Mandatory courses include:
- General Hours (Sixteen (16) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Prevention of Medical Errors (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Florida Laws and Rules (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Human Trafficking (Two (2) contact hours every 2-year renewal period)
- Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (Two (2) contact hours every 2nd renewal)
- Domestic Violence (Two (2) contact hours every 3rd renewal; these hours are in addition to the 27 hours required for renewal)
- HIV/AIDS (One (1) contact hour; one-time requirement)
NEW! DEA MATE Act requirements for Florida APNs
Beginning with DEA initial registrations or renewals starting June 27, 2023, all DEA-registered practitioners (with the exception of DVM-only license holders) must complete 8 hours of one-time training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
Important Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.
Colibri Healthcare, LLC is approved to report to CE Broker by the Florida Board of Nursing. All credits are reported to CE Broker within one (1) business day.
