Florida Nursing

Stay compliant and ahead of the curve with our Florida-specific nursing continuing education requirements. Whether you're renewing your license or fulfilling specific state mandates, we’ve got you covered with a wide variety of accredited courses and renewal bundles.

LICENSE RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS

Florida nursing CE requirements

Continuing education requirements for standard active RN and LPN license renewal in Florida.

Total CE required
24 contact hours

Standard renewal · 26 hours when domestic violence is due

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years

Complete CE within your renewal period

Renewal deadline
By license group

RN: April 30 or July 31 · Confirm the date and year on your license

Every renewal

Hours that count toward the total
Required topicHoursSchedule & how it counts
  • General nursing CERemaining hours

    Every renewal · Complete the balance to reach 24 hours

  • Prevention of medical errors2 hours

    Every renewal · Included in the 24-hour total

  • Florida laws & rules2 hours

    Every renewal · Included in the 24-hour total

  • Human trafficking2 hours

    Every renewal · Included in the 24-hour total

Other required schedules

When these apply to your renewal
  • Recognizing impairment in the workplace2 hours

    Every other renewal · Included in the 24-hour total when due

  • Domestic violence+2 hours

    Every third renewal · Additional to 24 hours; 26 total when due

  • HIV/AIDS1 hour

    Once, before first renewal · First-renewal rules apply

Reporting
Report completed CE to CE Broker before renewing.
First renewal, exemptions & reporting

First renewal

First-renewal requirements depend on how and when your initial license was issued. Some newly licensed nurses are exempt from general hours, but required topics still apply. Review the board's first-renewal rules before selecting courses.

Specialty certification exemption

A qualifying specialty certification accredited by NCCA or ABSNC provides a CE exemption. The 2-hour human trafficking requirement still applies.

Reporting and accepted courses

Report completed CE to CE Broker before renewing. Mandatory courses must be offered by a Florida Board of Nursing approved provider, except the human trafficking course, which must meet the statutory content requirements. General nursing CE must meet the board's accepted accreditation criteria.

Renewal dates

RN Group 1: April 30, 2028. RN Group 2: July 31, 2028. RN Group 3: April 30, 2027. Use the expiration date on your RN or LPN license to confirm your deadline.

Find courses for your renewal.

Choose accredited CE that fits your license.

Florida nursing renewal bundles

Make your license renewal easier than ever with our Florida Nursing Renewal Bundles. These bundles are designed to meet all your state requirements in one convenient package.

  • Florida RN renewal bundle
    Includes all the necessary courses for RN renewal.
  • Florida LPN renewal bundle
    Includes all the required CE courses for LPNs.
  • Customized Bundles Available
    Tailor your bundle to meet your specific needs and requirements.
Florida nursing renewal bundles
Nursing CE Membership Premiere Plus

Nursing CE Membership Premiere Plus

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  • Complete courses on your schedule—perfect for busy nurses!
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