LPN License Renewal in Florida (2026)

LPN license renewal in Florida is handled by the Florida Board of Nursing, which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Florida LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	LPN licenses renew biennially (every 2 years) on a fixed schedule, expiring at midnight Eastern on July 31 of the renewal year. All licensees of the Board renew biennially.
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	$75.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	CE Broker
Governing body	Florida Board of Nursing

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Florida

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.

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How to renew your LPN license in Florida

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Florida Board of Nursing portal.
Complete the required 24 CE hours and confirm they appear in CE Broker.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Credential is Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); California and Texas alone use the term Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), which does not apply in Florida. The published renewal fee varies by status change (e.g., Active-to-Active $75; Inactive-to-Inactive $65; Inactive-to-Active $130); the single standard active LPN renewal fee is $75. Delinquent/late renewal raises the Active-to-Active fee to $130 (i.e., roughly $55 above the $75 base), with higher amounts after 120 days. Online renewal is via the MQA Services Portal (flhealthsource.gov). CE is tracked through CE Broker. The expiration date of July 31, 2025 cited on the page is the current-cycle date; the rule is a fixed biennial July 31 expiration.

LPN license renewal in Florida: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Florida?

Florida LPN licenses renew every 24 months. LPN licenses renew biennially (every 2 years) on a fixed schedule, expiring at midnight Eastern on July 31 of the renewal year. All licensees of the Board renew biennially.

How many CE hours are required to renew an LPN license in Florida?

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per 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. Confirm the current requirement with the Florida Board of Nursing.

Can I renew my Florida LPN license online?

Yes — Florida offers online renewal through the Florida Board of Nursing. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Florida LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $55 may apply. Contact the Florida Board of Nursing promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) renewal