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California Nursing CE Requirements

CE Requirements for RNs
Total Hours Required: 30 | Elective Hours: 30 | Renewal Cycle in Years: 2All RNs in the State of California who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 30 hours of continuing education for license renewal.
Regulations that govern the practice of nurses in California may be found in the Administrative Rules for the Board of Nursing, California Administrative Code 16 CCR § 1451.

CE Requirements for LVNs
Total Hours Required: 30 | Elective Hours: 30 | Renewal Cycle in Years: 2LVNs must complete 30 contact hours of Continuing Education every two years in order to renew their license with an active status.
Regulations that govern the practice of nurses in California may be found in the Administrative Rules for the Board of Nursing, California Administrative Code 16 CCR § 1451.