How many CE hours do nurses need in Florida?

Registered Nurses (RN) in Florida need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Florida?

Mandatory CE topics in Florida include: Prevention of Medical Errors, Laws and Rules, Human Trafficking, Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace, Domestic Violence.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Florida?

Nursing licenses in Florida must be renewed every 2 years. The Florida Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Florida?

The RN renewal fee in Florida is $75. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Florida Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Florida?

Florida nursing licenses are due biennial renewal based on assigned group (3 groups with april 30 or july 31 expiration dates); check your group at flhealthsource.gov.

Is Florida part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?

Yes. Florida is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.

Does Florida require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

Yes. Florida requires nurses to use CE Broker to track and submit continuing education hours for license renewal.

What license types does Florida regulate?

Florida regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Florida?

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Florida need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $75.

What does APRN renewal require in Florida?

APRNs in Florida complete 27 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $75. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Florida RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Florida RNs must complete 24 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew. The RN renewal fee is $75.

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Jun 3, 2026 · Florida HB 975 adds a fingerprint background-screening requirement at renewal

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	24 contact hours
Renewal fee (RN)	$75
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, LPN, APRN

Florida requires Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to complete 24 contact hours of continuing education every 2-year renewal cycle. Several mandatory topics are required, including prevention of medical errors, Florida laws and rules, and human trafficking awareness. APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 3 additional hours on safe prescribing of controlled substances. Florida is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, allowing nurses with a multistate license to practice across compact states.

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Florida CE Audit Response Guide

Response deadline, retention rules, board address, and the rejections that get nurses dinged.

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Step-by-step walkthrough, common mistakes, and tips for a smooth renewal

How to Renew Your Florida Nursing License

1Log in to the Florida Department of Health MQA portal at flhealthsource.gov
2Complete all 24 required CE hours (27 for APRNs) from approved providers
3Certify completion of all mandatory topic requirements
4Pay the renewal fee online
5Print your renewed license from the MQA portal

Visit the Florida Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Florida ranks #2 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	24 / 2 yrs	$75
LPN	24 / 2 yrs	$75
APRN	27 / 2 yrs	$75

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APRN renewal in Florida. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Florida APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	24	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Total continuing education contact hours required for biennial renewal
Prevention of Medical Errors	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour prevention of medical errors course required every biennium (included in 24-hour total)
Laws and Rules	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour Florida laws and rules course required every biennium (included in 24-hour total)
Human Trafficking	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour human trafficking awareness course required every biennium (included in 24-hour total)
Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour recognizing impairment course required every other biennium (every 4 years, included in 24-hour total)
Domestic Violence	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour domestic violence course required every third biennium (every 6 years). These hours are in addition to the 24-hour total.
HIV/AIDS	1	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	1-hour HIV/AIDS course required at first renewal only (one-time, included in 24-hour total)
APRN Safe Prescribing of Controlled Substances	3	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	3 hours on safe and effective prescribing of controlled substances required every biennium for APRNs with prescriptive authority (in addition to base 24 hours)

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Florida CNA renewal is handled by the state nurse-aide registry, not the Board of Nursing, and follows a work-hours / in-service model rather than the CE above. Check your state nurse-aide registry for CNA requirements.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: Biennial renewal based on assigned group (3 groups with April 30 or July 31 expiration dates); check your group at flhealthsource.gov
Grace Period: License becomes delinquent the day after expiration; if not renewed it becomes Null and Void two years after the expiration date.
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Florida Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Florida uses the term LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) instead of LVN
• Most mandatory topic hours are included in the 24-hour total, except domestic violence which is additional
• Domestic violence (2 hrs) is required every third biennium (every 6 years) and is additional to the 24-hour total, making the total 26 hours in that cycle
• Recognizing impairment (2 hrs) is required every other biennium (every 4 years), not every renewal
• Human trafficking (2 hrs) is required every biennium, not one-time
• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 3 additional hours on controlled substances (total 27 hours)
• CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Florida Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCFlorida Board of NursingCE Broker Approved

CBCE Broker reporting is required in Florida

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $50
LPN: $25

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $250
LPN: $150

Already lapsed? The Florida re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees are exempt from CE requirements for the first renewal cycle

CE Audit Information

Florida uses CE Broker for automated tracking. Random audits may occur during renewal.

Frequently asked questions about Florida nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Florida?: Registered Nurses (RN) in Florida need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Florida?: Mandatory CE topics in Florida include: Prevention of Medical Errors, Laws and Rules, Human Trafficking, Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace, Domestic Violence.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Florida?: Nursing licenses in Florida must be renewed every 2 years. The Florida Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Florida?: The RN renewal fee in Florida is $75. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Florida Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Florida?: Florida nursing licenses are due biennial renewal based on assigned group (3 groups with april 30 or july 31 expiration dates); check your group at flhealthsource.gov.
Is Florida part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Florida is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Florida require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: Yes. Florida requires nurses to use CE Broker to track and submit continuing education hours for license renewal.
What license types does Florida regulate?: Florida regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Florida?: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Florida need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $75.
What does APRN renewal require in Florida?: APRNs in Florida complete 27 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $75. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Florida Board of Nursing

https://floridasnursing.gov

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Florida Board of Nursing · 2-year renewal cycle

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As of 2026, Florida RNs must complete 24 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew. The RN renewal fee is $75.

Recent changes to Florida rules

Jun 3, 2026 · Florida HB 975 adds a fingerprint background-screening requirement at renewal

Full change log →

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	24 contact hours
Renewal fee (RN)	$75
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, LPN, APRN

Verified against the Florida Board of Nursing, last checked 2026-06-04. Found something off? Let me know.

Florida CE Audit Response Guide

Response deadline, retention rules, board address, and the rejections that get nurses dinged.

Read the full Florida RN License Renewal Guide

Step-by-step walkthrough, common mistakes, and tips for a smooth renewal

How to Renew Your Florida Nursing License

1Log in to the Florida Department of Health MQA portal at flhealthsource.gov
2Complete all 24 required CE hours (27 for APRNs) from approved providers
3Certify completion of all mandatory topic requirements
4Pay the renewal fee online
5Print your renewed license from the MQA portal

Visit the Florida Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

Free PDF

Get the Florida RN renewal checklist

A one-page, board-verified checklist: every CE requirement, mandatory topic, fee, deadline, and renewal step for Florida. Enter your email and it downloads instantly. No account needed.

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CE Hours by License Type

Florida ranks #2 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the heaviest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	24 / 2 yrs	$75
LPN	24 / 2 yrs	$75
APRN	27 / 2 yrs	$75

CE deadline calculator Check if a course counts

APRN renewal in Florida. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Florida APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
General CE	24	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	Total continuing education contact hours required for biennial renewal
Prevention of Medical Errors	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour prevention of medical errors course required every biennium (included in 24-hour total)
Laws and Rules	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour Florida laws and rules course required every biennium (included in 24-hour total)
Human Trafficking	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour human trafficking awareness course required every biennium (included in 24-hour total)
Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour recognizing impairment course required every other biennium (every 4 years, included in 24-hour total)
Domestic Violence	2	Required	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2-hour domestic violence course required every third biennium (every 6 years). These hours are in addition to the 24-hour total.
HIV/AIDS	1	Optional	RNLPNAPRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	1-hour HIV/AIDS course required at first renewal only (one-time, included in 24-hour total)
APRN Safe Prescribing of Controlled Substances	3	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	3 hours on safe and effective prescribing of controlled substances required every biennium for APRNs with prescriptive authority (in addition to base 24 hours)

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: Biennial renewal based on assigned group (3 groups with April 30 or July 31 expiration dates); check your group at flhealthsource.gov
Grace Period: License becomes delinquent the day after expiration; if not renewed it becomes Null and Void two years after the expiration date.
CE Completion Window: All CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
Record Retention: Keep CE certificates for at least 4 years in case of audit by the Florida Board of Nursing

Important Notes

• Florida uses the term LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) instead of LVN
• Most mandatory topic hours are included in the 24-hour total, except domestic violence which is additional
• Domestic violence (2 hrs) is required every third biennium (every 6 years) and is additional to the 24-hour total, making the total 26 hours in that cycle
• Recognizing impairment (2 hrs) is required every other biennium (every 4 years), not every renewal
• Human trafficking (2 hrs) is required every biennium, not one-time
• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 3 additional hours on controlled substances (total 27 hours)
• CE must be completed during the 2-year period immediately preceding the renewal date
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Florida Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCFlorida Board of NursingCE Broker Approved

CBCE Broker reporting is required in Florida

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Late Renewal Fees

RN: $50
LPN: $25

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $250
LPN: $150

Already lapsed? The Florida re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

First-Time Licensee Exemption

First-time licensees are exempt from CE requirements for the first renewal cycle

CE Audit Information

Florida uses CE Broker for automated tracking. Random audits may occur during renewal.

Frequently asked questions about Florida nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Florida?: Registered Nurses (RN) in Florida need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Florida?: Mandatory CE topics in Florida include: Prevention of Medical Errors, Laws and Rules, Human Trafficking, Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace, Domestic Violence.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Florida?: Nursing licenses in Florida must be renewed every 2 years. The Florida Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Florida?: The RN renewal fee in Florida is $75. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Florida Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Florida?: Florida nursing licenses are due biennial renewal based on assigned group (3 groups with april 30 or july 31 expiration dates); check your group at flhealthsource.gov.
Is Florida part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Florida is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Florida require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: Yes. Florida requires nurses to use CE Broker to track and submit continuing education hours for license renewal.
What license types does Florida regulate?: Florida regulates the following nursing license types: RN, LPN, APRN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Florida?: Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in Florida need 24 continuing education hours every 2 years for license renewal. The LPN renewal fee is $75.
What does APRN renewal require in Florida?: APRNs in Florida complete 27 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $75. Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Sources & Board Resources

Florida Board of Nursing

https://floridasnursing.gov

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CE Hours by License Type

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