Washington LPN CE Courses (2026)
To renew your LPN license in Washington you need to satisfy the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 8 hours per 1-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 Washington requires for LPN renewal
| CE hours required | 8 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 12 months |
| Governing body | Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) |
Per annual renewal period an LPN must complete 8 continuing education hours, of which 2 must be in health equity, plus document at least 96 active nursing practice hours per year (these cannot carry over between periods). Separately, a one-time 6-hour training in suicide assessment, treatment, and management is required. CE and practice-hour rules became annual effective June 12, 2021.
Full LPN renewal guide for Washington (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Washington 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.
Washington LPN CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my LPN license in Washington?
Washington requires about 8 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Per annual renewal period an LPN must complete 8 continuing education hours, of which 2 must be in health equity, plus document at least 96 active nursing practice hours per year (these cannot carry over between periods). Separately, a one-time 6-hour training in suicide assessment, treatment, and management is required. CE and practice-hour rules became annual effective June 12, 2021.
Do online LPN CE courses count in Washington?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Washington LPN CE?
Washington generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.