Verified May 2026
Continuing Education
Illinois · Licensed Practical Nurse
20 contact hours every 2 years · 5 mandatory topics.
Requirements Overview
At a glance
Total Hours
20 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified
20 CE contact hours per 2-year cycle for RN/LPN. APRN requires 50 hours.
First Renewal
3 additional hours on cognitive impairments required at initial licensure only
Mandatory Topics
Required subject areas
Required subject areas for license renewal.
Sexual harassment
1h
Every cycle
Implicit bias
1h
Every cycle
Cultural competency
1h
Every cycle
Diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and other dementia types
1h
Every cycle
Diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with cognitive impairments
Initial licensure only
3h
Occasional
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