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California APRN CE requirements and approved online courses
30 contact hours every 2 years for advanced practice registered nurses licensed by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Here is exactly what counts — and the courses that satisfy it.
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California APRN requirements at a glance
- Total contact hours
- 30 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Pharmacology
- 6 hours required
- Reporting
- Self-report
| Mandatory topic | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacology (furnishing) | 6 hours | — |
Source: Placeholder citation: 16 CCR §1451 et seq. (admin-managed field). · last verified 2026-06-30. California Board of Registered Nursing
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General CE for advanced practice registered nurses
Matched on your license, not on California's rules. Check your own renewal requirements before you count these hours.
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California APRN CE questions
- How many CE hours does a APRN need in California?
- 30 contact hours every 2 years. California NP furnishing CE requirement: 30 contact hours every 2 years including pharmacology hours for furnishing renewal.
- Is online CE accepted for APRN renewal in California?
- Yes. California accepts continuing education completed online from an approved provider. Our courses are self-paced, mobile-first and issue a certificate the moment you pass the post-test.
- How is CE reported in California?
- User self-report at renewal; retain certificates 4 years Keep your certificates — we also give you an audit-ready export to self-report.
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