Continuing education for rn license renewal california

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California Nursing Continuing Education Packages

These CE packages were designed specifically to help you meet your California nursing license renewal requirements.

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Explore the full library of nursing continuing education courses, covering a wide variety of topics and specialties.

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Whether you need to expand your knowledge in your current area of specialty, gain a better understanding of issues impacting nursing practice, or simply learn something new, these course bundles are designed to give you in-depth information to enhance your skills.

California Nursing Continuing Education Courses

Evidence-based nursing CE courses designed to expand your skills and help you maintain your California RN, LVN, or APRN license.

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This affordable package was designed specifically to meet your California nursing license requirements.

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An all-access pass to unlimited courses for the nurse who loves to learn.

Western Schools 365 Nursing Membership

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  • Expand your expertise while meeting your state CE requirements
  • Hundreds of courses and thousands of contact hours, including in-depth specialty topics

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Continuing education for rn license renewal california

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California Board of Nursing State CE Requirements

CE Requirements for RNs

30 contact hours every two years

CE Requirements for LPNs

30 contact hours every two years

CE Requirements for APRNs

30 contact hours every two years

Steps to renew your California nursing license

  1. Verify the status of your license

    Visit the Verification page to confirm your license. Your first California RN license is issued for two birthdays, not two years, and will expire the last day of the month following your birth date. From that date on, it will expire every two years.

  2. Complete your California nursing continuing education requirements before your license expires

    You can complete your nursing CEUs online, on your schedule, and 100% free with Incredible Health.

  3. Go to the California Board of Nursing to enter your renewal application

    Visit the Renewal Information page for specifics. Additionally, California legislation is pending for becoming a nursing compact state which allows nurses to hold multi-state licenses. Check the NCSBN website to stay updated.

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More California nursing resources

How many CEUS do I need to renew my RN license in California?

In the State of California, Registered nurses are required by law (California Code of Regulations, Section 1451, Article 5) to complete 30 contact hours of continuing education every two years, in addition to paying the renewal fee, to maintain an active license.

What do I need to renew my RN license in California?

Renewal Requirements All RNs in the State of California who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 30 contact hours of continuing education for license renewal. The continuing education course(s) must be taken through a continuing education provider recognized by the Board.

Does BLS count as CEU in California?

A copy of your American Heart Association BLS Provider card is all you need to receive 4-hours of CEU's from the California Dental Board. individual course is not approved by the Board. Association (AHA), or a provider approved by PACE or CERP. A maximum of 4 credits will be awarded for completion of this course.

How many CE hours is ACLS Renewal California?

Proof of 30 contact hours of continuing education is required for every renewal for an active license except for first time renewal by RNs who obtained their initial license by passing the national licensing exam within the past two years.