Oklahoma Nursing (LPN) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a licensed practical nurse misses CE requirements in Oklahoma, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Licensees must meet continuing qualifications for practice (520 work hours, 24 CE hours, specialty certification, a Board-approved refresher course, or nursing coursework) in the two years before expiration. Practicing on a lapsed license is illegal and may result in penalties.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

An audited licensee must present documentation supporting continuing qualifications; no official retention period was located.

Official source: Okla. Admin. Code 485:10-7-5 (via Cornell LII reproduction)

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