Florida Nursing License Requirements

Understanding your continuing education requirements for license renewal

Overview

Florida Nursing CE Requirements

The Florida Board of Nursing requires all licensed nurses to complete continuing education hours for biennial license renewal. Understanding these requirements is essential to maintaining your nursing license in Florida.

CE Requirements at a Glance
For the current 2023-2025 renewal period

Total Hours Required

24 contact hours of appropriate continuing education during each renewal period

Mandatory Courses

Includes specific required courses on topics like human trafficking, medical errors, and laws & rules

Documentation

Keep certificates of completion for 4 years in case of audit by the Florida Board of Nursing

Approved Providers

CE must be completed through Florida Board of Nursing approved providers

Detailed Requirements

Specific continuing education requirements for Florida nurses by license type

RN Requirements

RequirementHoursFrequency
Total CE Hours24 hoursEvery 2 years
Medical Errors2 hoursEvery 2 years
Laws and Rules2 hoursEvery 2 years
Human Trafficking2 hoursOnce (first renewal only)
Domestic Violence2 hoursEvery 3rd renewal
General CE16-20 hoursEvery 2 years
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Florida nursing continuing education requirements

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