District of Columbia practical nursing CE courses
Curated courses matched to District of Columbia’s LPNs renewal mandates — with prices, accreditation, and format. Plain listings, no affiliate markup.
Renewal: Biennial renewal; LPN licenses expire June 30 of odd-numbered years (vendor-reported date). First-time renewals are exempt from CE.
Source: District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Mandated topics
| Topic | Hours | Frequency | Who |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultural Competency | 2 hours | Within cycle | All LPNs |
Cultural Competency (2 hours, within cycle)
Wild Iris Medical Education · 2h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Respectful care of LGBTQ patients: health risk factors, clinical implications, and communication best practices.
HHS Office of Minority Health (Think Cultural Health) · 5h · self-paced · HHS (Federal curriculum from the HHS Office of Minority Health.)
Note: Free federal cultural-competency curriculum; no cost, self-paced.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 2h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Provider states it fulfills the District of Columbia LGBTQ and cultural awareness requirement.
General electives
Fill your remaining hours with these board-accepted courses.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 7h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Comprehensive type 2 diabetes course: prevention, screening criteria, treatment, complications, and long-term care planning.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 3h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Fall prevention in clinical and community settings: balance components, risk factors, and interventions.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 9h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Stroke prevention, signs and symptoms, the NIHSS stroke scale, and acute nursing care.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 6h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: COPD characteristics and causes, functional effects, preventive measures, and lifestyle interventions.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 4h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Breast cancer types and categories, diagnosis methods, treatments and side effects, and survivorship care.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 9h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Obesity prevention, comorbidities, anti-obesity stigma, and patient management strategies.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 6h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Lung cancer epidemiology, pathophysiology, types, treatment, and nursing care.
Complete renewal bundles
One purchase covering your full 18-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.
Nurse.com (Relias) · 18h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC-accredited courses; Relias/Nurse.com is the largest US nursing CE brand.)
Note: Access to all online courses 1.5 contact hours or less (includes state-required courses), 50% off courses over 1.5 hours and state renewal packages; 500+ courses.
Elite Learning · 18h · self-paced · ANCC (Colibri Healthcare LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by ANCC.)
Note: 100+ courses from an ANCC-accredited provider with state-required CE packages included, CE podcasts, and deadline tracking.
Free options
Accredited free courses. Note: free options rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.
HHS Office of Minority Health (Think Cultural Health) · 5h · self-paced · HHS (Federal curriculum from the HHS Office of Minority Health.)
Note: Free federal cultural-competency curriculum; no cost, self-paced.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 1h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Wild Iris's free nursing CEU (1 ANCC contact hour); certificate included.
Wild Iris Medical Education · 1h · self-paced · ANCC (ANCC Accredited Provider #P0314; accepted in all 50 states.)
Note: Rotating free nursing CEU offerings, typically 1 ANCC contact hour each.
Medscape Education · 1h · self-paced · ANCC (ACCME/ANCC-accredited activities for nurses and pharmacists.)
Note: Free accredited clinical activities across specialties; free Medscape account required.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do District of Columbia LPNs need?
District of Columbia LPNs need 18 contact hours every 2 years.
What are the mandated CE topics for District of Columbia LPNs?
Mandated topics: Cultural Competency (2 hours, within cycle). All within the 18-hour total unless noted.
Where can District of Columbia LPNs find free CE courses?
This page lists free options below (Wild Iris, Medscape, and state-provided training). Free courses rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.
When is the District of Columbia LPNs renewal deadline?
Biennial renewal; LPN licenses expire June 30 of odd-numbered years (vendor-reported date). First-time renewals are exempt from CE.
Disclaimer: CECourse is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any course provider listed on this page. We do not control provider pricing, course availability, content, accreditation status, or board reporting — all of which may change without notice. Course listings are curated for convenience and were last verified on 10-06-2026. Requirements change — always verify current mandates with the District of Columbia Board of Nursing. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.
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