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Continuing Education

West Virginia · Licensed Practical Nurse

24 contact hours every 2 years · 3 mandatory topics.

Requirements Overview

At a glance

Total Hours
24 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified

24 CE hours every 2 years. 3h substance abuse, 2h veterans mental health.

First Renewal

2 hours end of life care and pain management required for initial licensure

Mandatory Topics

Required subject areas

Required subject areas for license renewal.

End of life care and pain management

Required for initial licensure

2h
Occasional

Substance abuse

Required for license renewal

3h
Every cycle

Inquiring about veteran status and screening for PTSD, suicide risk, depression and grief

Required for license renewal

2h
Every cycle
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