RN CE hours / competency
24 hrs / 2 yrs (16 general + mandatory topics); exempt general if NCCA/ABSNC certified
LPN requirement
LPN same per board page (first-renewal rules apply to LPN & RN)
Renewal cycle & deadline
Biennial in 3 groups: Group 1 exp Apr 30 2028, Group 2 Jul 31 2028, Group 3 Apr 30 2027
CE Broker / upload
YES - must be reported into CE Broker before renewal
Required topics
2 medical errors, 2 FL laws & rules, 2 human trafficking (every renewal)2 recognizing impairment (every other renewal)2 domestic violence every 3rd biennium (extra)1 HIV/AIDS one-time before first renewal
Sources
Official source: Florida board of nursing
Last checked: 2026-10-16
Confidence: ✓ Checked against the full official board page
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