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- BRN & BVNPT Approved Provider
California Nursing Continuing Education Online
Complete your continuing education courses online with Platinum Learning CE. Review available courses at no cost and pay when you need your certificate. Choose the package for your California license and complete the applicable course requirements at your own pace.
- BRN Provider #17838
- BVNPT #15144 (LVN)
- BVNPT #15030 (LPT)
- Instant certificates
- Choose your license
Board-Approved CE Packages for All California Healthcare Professionals
100% online, self-paced, and mobile-friendly. Review any course free and pay only when you’re ready for your certificate. Each package covers your full two-year renewal cycle, so just choose the one that matches your license.
Registered Nurse
Designed for California Registered Nurses seeking continuing education for license renewal. Review the included courses and confirm that the package meets your individual renewal requirements, including any applicable first-renewal training.
Vocational Nurse
30 hrs · 9 courses · BVNPT #15144
Psychiatric Technician
Designed for California Licensed Psychiatric Technicians seeking continuing education for license renewal. Check your renewal status and applicable BVNPT requirements before purchasing a package.
Advance Practice Registered Nurse
The package uses BRN Provider #17838. Nurse Practitioners and other APRNs should review their individual requirements, including any additional training that applies to their credential or furnishing status.
- Course Library Includes
- Substance Use Disorders
- Recognizing Implicit Bias
- Domestic Violence
- Trauma-Informed Nursing Care
- Cannabis & Nursing Management
- Infection Control
- HIV Primary Care
- Obesity Science
- Neurocognitive Disorders
- Resilience in Nursing
- Medical Error Prevention
- Chronic Pain: Assessment & Management
- About Platinum Learning CE
Online Continuing Education for California Healthcare Professionals
Platinum Learning CE provides online continuing education courses for California Registered Nurses (RNs), Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), and Licensed Psychiatric Technicians (LPTs).
Our platform lets learners review available course content before paying for a certificate. Learners can study at their own pace and access course information online.
We organize our course offerings by license type to help learners review relevant continuing education options. Before purchasing, each learner should check the applicable licensing board requirements and confirm that the selected courses meet their individual renewal needs.
Headquartered
Rolling Hills Estate, CA
Accreditation
License types covered
- Requirements
California Continuing Education Requirements by License Type
| License Type | Licensing Board | Provider Number | General CE Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse (RN) | California BRN | #17838 | Generally 30 contact hours every 2 years. |
| Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) | California BRN | #17838 | Generally 30 contact hours every 2 years. Additional requirements may apply. |
| Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) | California BVNPT | #15144 | Generally 30 contact hours per renewal cycle. First-renewal rules may differ. |
| Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) | California BVNPT | #15030 | Generally 30 contact hours per renewal cycle. First-renewal rules may differ. |
This table is a general guide. Requirements may vary by license type and renewal circumstances. Verify current rules and provider information with the California Board of Registered Nursing or the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians before purchasing a course. Completing continuing education does not automatically renew your professional license.
- How It Works
Five steps from sign-up to renewal
1
Choose Your License Type
Select the CE package that matches your California license.
2
Review the Courses
Explore available course content online before purchasing a certificate.
3
Complete the Required Coursework
Finish the course material and any required assessments.
4
Receive Your Certificate
Complete the course requirements and purchase steps to access your certificate.
5
Keep Your Records
Save your certificate and follow your board’s record-retention and license renewal requirements.
- Who Needs It
Find Continuing Education for Your California License
The BRN and the BVNPT regulate different credentials with different course approvals. We track both.
LVN
APRN
First-Time Renewals and Special Circumstances
- Benefits
Continuing Education That Fits Your Schedule
Learn at Your Own Pace
Access online coursework around your work and personal schedule.
Review Courses Before Purchasing
Explore available course content before deciding whether to purchase a certificate.
Understand Your Purchase
Review the package details, price, refund terms, and applicable license requirements before checkout.
Find Courses by License Type
Browse CE options organized for California RN, APRN, LVN, and LPT learners.
Access Your Certificate Online
After completing the applicable requirements, access your certificate of completion through the platform.
30-day money-back guarantee
Full refund available if a course isn't the right fit, before any certificate is issued.
- Our Provider Approvals and Accreditation
our California nursing CE provider information and accreditation status.
Listed for applicable Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) continuing education. Confirm that your selected course meets your individual renewal requirements.
California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT)
#15144 (LVN) · #15030 (LPT)
Review the provider information and confirm that your selected courses meet the requirements for your license type.
California continuing education and license renewal requirements vary by license type and individual circumstances. Review the current rules before selecting a course or package.
Verify provider information through the California Department of Consumer Affairs License Search. For official renewal guidance, visit the California Board of Registered Nursing or the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
Completing a continuing education course does not automatically renew your professional license.
- Why Us
Why California Healthcare Professionals Choose Platinum Learning CE
01. California-Focused Course Options
Browse CE courses organized around California license types.
02. License-Specific Information
Review the provider number and package details associated with your license type.
03. Online Learning
Study course material at your own pace.
04. Certificate Access
Access your certificate after completing the required coursework and applicable purchase steps.
05. Clear Purchase Terms
Review package pricing, certificate conditions, and refund eligibility before checkout.
“RN and APRN courses run under BRN Provider #17838; LVN under BVNPT #15144; LPT under BVNPT #15030 — three separate approvals, not one number stretched across every license.”
- Our Team
Meet Our Course Authors and Reviewers
Our course contributors bring experience in nursing, healthcare education, and clinical practice. Explore their profiles to learn about their qualifications and roles in course development and review.
Adam Henley
Clinical Nurse Therapist and adjunct professor of psychology and nursing.
Joyce Simmons
Board-certified Advanced Practice Clinical Nurse Specialist and nursing faculty member.
- FAQ
Common renewal questions, answered plainly.
How many CE hours do California nurses need?
California Registered Nurses generally need 30 contact hours of continuing education every two years to renew an active license. California LVNs and Psychiatric Technicians generally need 30 hours after their first renewal.
Some APRNs may have additional requirements based on their credential or furnishing privileges. Always confirm your individual requirements with the relevant licensing board.
Do LVNs and LPTs have different requirements than RNs?
Yes. Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are regulated by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). Licensed Vocational Nurses and Licensed Psychiatric Technicians are regulated by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Although many licensees need 30 contact hours every two years, first-renewal rules and other requirements can differ. Choose courses approved for your license type.
Is the implicit bias training a one-time requirement?
California RNs who are subject to the requirement must complete one hour of implicit bias training during their first two years of licensure. This requirement is an exception to the usual first-renewal continuing education exemption. Check the current BRN guidance to confirm how the rule applies to your circumstances.
Can Nurse Practitioners complete everything online?
Many continuing education courses can be completed online. However, Nurse Practitioners may have additional requirements depending on their practice and furnishing privileges. For example, NPs who retain Schedule II furnishing privileges must meet the applicable BRN continuing education requirement. Review the course details and confirm that your selected courses meet your specific requirements before purchasing.
Is Platinum Learning CE really BRN and BVNPT approved?
What if I don't finish my hours before my renewal date?
- Ready When You Are
Complete Your California Nursing Continuing Education
Explore online continuing education for California RNs, APRNs, LVNs, and LPTs. Review available courses, compare package details, and confirm your renewal requirements before purchasing.