California · Doctor of Nursing Practice
30 contact hours every 2 years · 3 mandatory topics.
At a glance
30 contact hours per 2-year renewal. BRN-approved providers only. APRN/DNP: Same as RN; furnishing NPs need additional pharmacology CE DNP follows same CE requirements as APRN in most states.
First two years require 1 hour implicit bias course (direct participation, not online)
Required subject areas
Required subject areas for license renewal.
Implicit Bias
Within first two years of licensure only; must be direct participation; cannot be taken online
Schedule II Controlled Substances and Addiction Risk
Required only for APRNs with prescriptive authority and active DEA registration
Gerontology, Dementia Care, or Care of Older Patients
Required only for APRNs providing primary care where over 25% of patients are 65+
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