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California Advanced Practice Registered Nurse CEUs

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Accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) along with numerous state boards across the country.

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CA Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

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30.0 Credits / Contact Hours

$97$57/year
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  • All state-required courses
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  • Mobile app & web access

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  • All state-required courses
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  • Choose your preferred courses
  • Standard course library

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  • Instant certificates
  • Instant reporting to CE Broker
  • Unlimited course attempts
  • All state-required courses
  • 7-day live chat & phone support
  • Mobile app & web access
  • Choose your preferred courses
  • Standard course library
  • Pharmacology course library
  • Unlimited live webinars

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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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I am always looking for concise ,thorough, and up to date continuing education, and this course provided exactly what I was looking for. Thank you

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Enjoyed this course! It squarely met my license renewal requirement as a physician. It was well-written, and an altogether enjoyable read.

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State requirements for California Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

Next Renewal Date
Last day of the birth month - even-numbered years for those born in even-numbered years, or odd-numbered years for those born in odd-numbered years
Total Hours Required
30 Hours
General Hours
24 General Hours
Required Courses
  • 1 hour of Implicit Bias training (required within the first 2 years after initial licensure)

  • 6 hrs gerontology / dementia / older-adult care each cycle if ≥ 25 % of the NP’s primary-care panel is age 65+ (effective renewals on/after 1-Jan-2025). rn.ca.gov

  • 3 hrs Schedule II pharmacology CE each cycle to keep Schedule II furnishing privileges (Only for DEA holders). rn.ca.gov

Additional information
  • California APRN Standard Renewal Requirements: California APRNs must complete 30 board-approved contact hours every two years to maintain an active certificate. For newly licensed APRNs, a one-time, one-hour implicit bias course must be completed within the first two years, and nurse practitioners primarily serving older adult populations (over 25% of caseload age 65+) must include 6 out of the 30 hours in geriatric or dementia-focused courses. All CE must be earned through a BRN-approved provider, and there are no in-person or specific subject hour minimums unless otherwise specified by the APRN’s practice focus. Full details can be found on the BRN CE page .

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  • First-time renewal: New APRNs are exempt from the full CE requirement for their first renewal but must complete 1 hour of implicit bias training within the first two years. CA BRN CE Requirements

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  • Certification alternative: California does not accept national certification in lieu of CE; all APRNs must log 30 contact hours and any role-specific topics listed above. rn.ca.gov

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  • DEA / Schedule II furnishing: Effective June 27, 2023, all DEA-registered APRNs must complete a one-time, 8-hour opioid or substance use disorder training to maintain registration. CA BRN CE Requirements

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  • Other certifications that need renewal: The NP/NP-Furnishing, CNS, CNM/CNM-Furnishing, and CRNA certificates all require an additional renewal fee and renew concurrently with the RN license. Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse and Public Health Nurse certificates do not require separate renewal. rn.ca.gov

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  • Additional Information: All CE must be through a BRN-approved provider or acceptable equivalent (e.g., CME Category 1, advanced college courses, ANCC-approved out-of-state providers). CA BRN CE Requirements

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Required Courses for
California Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

All courses below included with Plans

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Implicit Bias: Unconscious Minds, Inclusive Care

2.0 Credits / Contact HoursText-based
Required

Implicit Bias: Unconscious Minds, Inclusive Care

Learn about Implicit Bias: Unconscious Minds, Inclusive Care. Explore the psychology behind biases and strategies for fostering inclusivity.

View full details of Implicit Bias: Unconscious Minds, Inclusive Care

Price: $41.00

Duration: 2.0 Credits / Contact Hours

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25 Contact Hour Pharmacology CE Bundle for Nurse Practitioners (ANCC)

25.0 Credits / Contact HoursText-based
$250.00
Required

25 Contact Hour Pharmacology CE Bundle for Nurse Practitioners (ANCC)

This bundle is designed to support APRNs in meeting the 25-hour pharmacology component of national certification renewal (e.g., ANCC, AANPCB, AACN), while also providing general CE hours for state license renewal where accepted.

View full details of 25 Contact Hour Pharmacology CE Bundle for Nurse Practitioners (ANCC)

Price: $250.00

Original price: $237.00

Duration: 25.0 Credits / Contact Hours

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DEA MATE 8-Hour Training: SUD & Pain Management

8.0 Credits / Contact HoursText-based
$79.00
Required

DEA MATE 8-Hour Training: SUD & Pain Management

Fulfill the DEA MATE 8-hour requirement in one bundle. Update pain pharmacology, MOUD for opioid and alcohol use disorders, and controlled substance best practices to treat SUD, manage pain safely, and reduce misuse and diversion.

View full details of DEA MATE 8-Hour Training: SUD & Pain Management

Price: $79.00

Duration: 8.0 Credits / Contact Hours

Live webinars for
California Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

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Live Webinar

From Kings to Commoners: Exploring Modern Treatment Strategies for Gout - Live Webinar on June 24, 2026 at 8PM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

From Kings to Commoners: Exploring Modern Treatment Strategies for Gout - Live Webinar on June 24, 2026 at 8PM ET

To address this urgent need, the course will offer a comprehensive overview of diagnostic protocols, both abortive and prophylactic pharmacological options, as well as evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions.

View full details of From Kings to Commoners: Exploring Modern Treatment Strategies for Gout - Live Webinar on June 24, 2026 at 8PM ET

Price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

Essentials in Buprenorphine Prescriptions - Live Webinar on June 29, 2026 at 8PM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Essentials in Buprenorphine Prescriptions - Live Webinar on June 29, 2026 at 8PM ET

Learn to address the unmet needs of patients with substance use disorders. This course explores buprenorphine prescribing post X-waiver, providing essential knowledge for healthcare professionals to confidently contribute to opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment. Bridging gaps in understanding, it combines didactic instruction and case-based discussions to empower practitioners in expanding care access.

View full details of Essentials in Buprenorphine Prescriptions - Live Webinar on June 29, 2026 at 8PM ET

Price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

Empowering Digital Health: Mastering Virtual Healthcare Assistants - Live Webinar on June 30, 2026 at 10AM ET

1.5 Credits / Contact HoursLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Empowering Digital Health: Mastering Virtual Healthcare Assistants - Live Webinar on June 30, 2026 at 10AM ET

Learn to master virtual healthcare assistants and drive innovation in digital health through practical, future-focused skills and insights.

View full details of Empowering Digital Health: Mastering Virtual Healthcare Assistants - Live Webinar on June 30, 2026 at 10AM ET

Price: $35.00

Duration: 1.5 Credits / Contact Hours

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Live Webinar

Precepting Excellence: Shaping Future Pharmacy Leaders - Live Webinar on July 6, 2026 at 10AM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Precepting Excellence: Shaping Future Pharmacy Leaders - Live Webinar on July 6, 2026 at 10AM ET

Learn effective precepting strategies to mentor pharmacy learners, foster professional growth, and help shape the next generation of pharmacy leaders.

View full details of Precepting Excellence: Shaping Future Pharmacy Leaders - Live Webinar on July 6, 2026 at 10AM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

GLP-1s Therapies in Obesity: Applying WHO Guidance to Person-Centered, Long-Term Management - Live Webinar on July 13, 2026 at 8 PM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

GLP-1s Therapies in Obesity: Applying WHO Guidance to Person-Centered, Long-Term Management - Live Webinar on July 13, 2026 at 8 PM ET

Learn to apply WHO guidance to GLP-1 therapies in obesity, integrating person-centered strategies for safe, effective, and sustainable long-term management.

View full details of GLP-1s Therapies in Obesity: Applying WHO Guidance to Person-Centered, Long-Term Management - Live Webinar on July 13, 2026 at 8 PM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

Rest Assured: A Review of Sleep Medications - Live Webinar on July 14, 2026 at 10AM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Rest Assured: A Review of Sleep Medications - Live Webinar on July 14, 2026 at 10AM ET

Learn the pharmacology, indications, risks, and clinical considerations of sleep medications to support safe, effective management of sleep disorders.

View full details of Rest Assured: A Review of Sleep Medications - Live Webinar on July 14, 2026 at 10AM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

Safeguarding Protected Health Information: Legal and Practice Considerations - Live Webinar on July 20, 2026 at 8PM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Safeguarding Protected Health Information: Legal and Practice Considerations - Live Webinar on July 20, 2026 at 8PM ET

Learn essential healthcare privacy laws for pharmacy staff, covering HIPAA, HITECH, ePHI, and Telehealth. Understand requirements, safeguards, and breach notification rules. Gain confidence in handling patient health information within federal law, ensuring compliance and safeguarding patient privacy.

View full details of Safeguarding Protected Health Information: Legal and Practice Considerations - Live Webinar on July 20, 2026 at 8PM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

HIV: 40 Years and Counting - Live Webinar on July 22, 2026 at 8PM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

HIV: 40 Years and Counting - Live Webinar on July 22, 2026 at 8PM ET

Learn about the eight categories of HIV medications, adherence importance, and drug advantages and disadvantages. This Florida-approved course uses San Francisco Study data to emphasize the need for 95% regimen adherence.

View full details of HIV: 40 Years and Counting - Live Webinar on July 22, 2026 at 8PM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

Helping Spot and Fluffy Get Better: Human Medications for Pets! - Live Webinar on July 27, 2026 at 10AM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Helping Spot and Fluffy Get Better: Human Medications for Pets! - Live Webinar on July 27, 2026 at 10AM ET

Learn about the use of human medications for pets in this comprehensive course. Dive into common pet conditions, drug indications, side effects, and key considerations for dogs and cats. Perfect for pharmacy professionals seeking in-depth knowledge.

View full details of Helping Spot and Fluffy Get Better: Human Medications for Pets! - Live Webinar on July 27, 2026 at 10AM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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Live Webinar

Pain Relief by Design: Harnessing Pharmacogenomics for Tailored Pain Management - Live Webinar on July 28, 2026 at 10 AM ET

1.0 Credit / Contact HourLive webinar
Streamed through Zoom and YouTube

Pain Relief by Design: Harnessing Pharmacogenomics for Tailored Pain Management - Live Webinar on July 28, 2026 at 10 AM ET

Learn how genetic variations affect pain medication responses and explore the integration of pharmacogenomics into clinical practice. Enhance your skills in interpreting genetic tests and making informed treatment decisions.

View full details of Pain Relief by Design: Harnessing Pharmacogenomics for Tailored Pain Management - Live Webinar on July 28, 2026 at 10 AM ET

Price: $25.00

Original price: $25.00

Duration: 1.0 Credit / Contact Hour

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