California LVN license renewal requirements
How many continuing education hours California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians requires of licensed vocational nurses at renewal, what counts toward them, and where that comes from.
Renewal at a glance
How to renew your California LVN license
- Confirm your renewal date
Check the expiration date on your California LVN license and begin before the board deadline.
- Complete the required education
Complete 30 contact hours every 2 years, including any mandated subjects listed below.
- Keep your completion records
Save course certificates and supporting documents in case the board requests proof or selects your renewal for audit.
- Renew through the official board
Submit your renewal through California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians and confirm that your renewed license is active.
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Quick answers
California LVN renewal questions
How many CE hours are required for California LVN renewal?
California requires 30 contact hours every 2 years for this license.
How often does a California LVN license renew?
The published renewal cycle is 2 years. Confirm your individual expiration date with California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
Where should I verify the requirements before renewing?
Use the official source from California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. A free Currendo account shows the exact source link and the date these figures were last checked, below.
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