Florida LPN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your LPN license in Florida you need to satisfy the Florida Board of Nursing's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 24 hours per 2-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Florida requires for LPN renewal
| CE hours required | 24 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| CE tracking system | CE Broker |
| Governing body | Florida Board of Nursing |
24 contact hours per biennial renewal cycle. Of these, 16 are general hours; mandatory topic courses make up the rest: Prevention of Medical Errors (2 hrs each renewal), Florida Laws & Rules (2 hrs each renewal), Human Trafficking (2 hrs each renewal), and Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (2 hrs every other renewal). Domestic Violence (2 hrs) is required every third biennium in addition to the 24 hours. HIV/AIDS (1 hr) is a one-time first-renewal requirement. Same CE total applies to RNs and LPNs in Florida.
Full LPN renewal guide for Florida (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Florida LPN CE course providers
- Nurse.com CE
Accredited nursing CE for LPNs/LVNs, including state-mandated topic courses.
- Elite Learning — Nursing CE
State-specific LPN/LVN CE packages built around each state's renewal rules.
- CEUfast
ANCC-accredited unlimited-CE subscription accepted for LPNs in most states.
- Wild Iris Medical Education
Individual accredited nursing CE courses for LPNs/LVNs.
Florida LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Florida?
Florida requires about 24 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 24 contact hours per biennial renewal cycle. Of these, 16 are general hours; mandatory topic courses make up the rest: Prevention of Medical Errors (2 hrs each renewal), Florida Laws & Rules (2 hrs each renewal), Human Trafficking (2 hrs each renewal), and Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (2 hrs every other renewal). Domestic Violence (2 hrs) is required every third biennium in addition to the 24 hours. HIV/AIDS (1 hr) is a one-time first-renewal requirement. Same CE total applies to RNs and LPNs in Florida.
Do online LPN CE courses count in Florida?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Florida Board of Nursing and the completion is reported through CE Broker. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Florida LPN CE?
Florida uses CE Broker to track LPN continuing education. Make sure your completions post there before you renew.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Florida Board of Nursing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.