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District of Columbia Nursing (LPN) CE category requirements

How the 18 CE hours every 2 years breaks down by category for licensed practical nurses in District of Columbia, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

LGBTQ or cultural awareness (2 contact hours, required by D.C. Law 21-95)
2h
DC Health-identified public health priorities (required; exact hours not stated in primary document)
0h
General / board-approved electives (remaining hours)
16h

DC requires 18 contact hours per two-year renewal period for LPNs, including 2 hours in LGBTQ or cultural awareness (required of all health professionals by D.C. Law 21-95) and topics based on DC Health's public health priorities (exact hours not stated in the primary 2023 LPN document). First-time renewals are exempt from continuing education. Licenses expire June 30 of odd-numbered years.

Official source: DC Health Board of Nursing

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