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California LVN Continuing Education Online

Explore online continuing education courses for California Licensed Vocational Nurses. Review the courses included in our $29.99 package, study at your own pace, and access your certificate after meeting the course completion and purchase requirements.

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- Complete Your California LVN CE Online

Review the courses included in our California LVN continuing education package.

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California LVN 30 Contact Hour CE Package

$29.99

  • 30 Contact Hours
  • Instant Certificate on Completion
  • Self-Paced, No Fixed Deadline
  • BVNPT Approved, Provider #15144
  • Mobile-Friendly, Any Device
  • 9 Courses Included
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LVN CE California means the 30 contact hours a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) completes every two years to renew an active license with the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT). Most LVNs complete the requirement through a single bundled package rather than buying courses one at a time.

California LVN Renewal at a Glance

  • Continuing Education: Generally 30 contact hours during the two years before renewal after the first renewal.
  • First Renewal: The 30-hour CE requirement generally does not apply to the first renewal.
  • Licensing Board: California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).
  • Provider Number: #15144, subject to current provider-status verification.
  • Package Price: $29.99 for the listed package.
  • Learning Format: Online and self-paced.
  • Certificate: Available after the applicable completion and purchase requirements are met.

Always check your renewal status and current BVNPT requirements before purchasing.

- Definition

What Is California LVN Continuing Education?

California LVN continuing education helps Licensed Vocational Nurses maintain their knowledge and meet applicable license renewal requirements.

After the first renewal, California LVNs generally need 30 contact hours of continuing education during the two years before renewal to maintain an active license.

Courses may cover topics such as patient safety, infection control, chronic pain, and behavioral health. Online courses allow learners to study at their own pace, while completion certificates provide a record of earned contact hours.

Before purchasing a course, confirm that the provider and course meet your current California LVN renewal requirements.

- Requirements

California LVN CE Requirements: Hours, Rules & BVNPT Guidelines

Every LVN who holds an active California license needs Licensed Vocational Nurse Continuing Education California to renew that license, including hospital LVNs, clinic LVNs, and long-term care LVNs. 

Governing Board
 

Which board regulates LVN CE?

The BVNPT approves LVN CE providers and sets the LVN renewal cycle, separately from the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN). A course approved for RNs is not automatically valid for LVN renewal.

Provider Approval

What makes a course suitable for LVN renewal?

Before purchasing, confirm that the continuing education provider and courses meet the requirements that apply to your California LVN license. Platinum Learning CE lists BVNPT Provider #15144; verify the provider's current status through official state resources.

Record Retention

How long to keep certificates?

California LVNs should retain their continuing education certificates for four years. The BVNPT may request copies during a continuing education audit. Keep your certificates in a safe place so you can provide them if requested. See the Official BVNPT Renewal Guidance for details.

- Hours Required

How Many CEUs Do California LVNs Need?

California LVNs generally need 30 contact hours of continuing education during the two years before renewal, after their first renewal.

The first renewal is generally exempt from the 30-hour continuing education requirement. For later renewals, LVNs should complete the applicable continuing education requirements and retain their certificates as proof of completion. Requirements can vary with license status and individual circumstances. Check the official BVNPT renewal guidance before purchasing courses.

- Format

Online LVN CE Courses

Online continuing education gives California LVNs a flexible way to study around their work schedules.

How the format works

Access courses from a compatible phone, tablet, or desktop. Study at your own pace and complete the required course activities. Certificate access depends on completing the applicable course requirements and purchase steps.

Bundled package vs. individual courses

A bundled package brings multiple courses together in one purchase. Individual courses may suit LVNs who need specific topics or additional contact hours. Before enrolling, review the included courses and confirm that they meet your renewal needs.

- Renewal

How to Renew Your California LVN License

Renewal Cycle

Every two years

California LVN licenses generally renew every two years. Check your license record and official BVNPT guidance for your renewal date. The BVNPT advises licensees about upcoming renewals.
Continuing Education Records

Certify, don't submit

Keep certificates as proof of completed contact hours. Follow the BVNPT’s current renewal instructions and provide documentation if requested.

If Hours Are Missing

Inactive, not delinquent

To renew an LVN license as active, you must meet the applicable continuing education requirements and pay the required renewal fee. An inactive license does not authorize you to practice as an LVN.

Late Renewal

Avoid Delays and Extra Fees

If the renewal fee is not paid within 30 days after expiration, a delinquency fee may apply. This is not permission to continue practicing after your license expires. Check your license status and follow the BVNPT’s current instructions before working.

- Course Library

Our California LVN CEU Courses

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California LVN 30 Contact Hour CE Package

30 contact hours
$29.99/Flat (All 30 Hours & Certificate Included)
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Before purchasing, confirm the package’s total contact hours and course eligibility for your renewal needs. For current renewal rules, visit the official BVNPT website.

The 9 courses included

  • Substance Use Disorders and Implications for Nursing
  • The Impact of Advances in Obesity Science on Nursing Care
  • Chronic Pain: Assessment and Management
  • Recognizing Implicit Bias and Its Effects on Nursing Care
  • Domestic Violence, a Significant Public Health Problem
  • Nursing Care for Patients Who Have Experienced Trauma
  • Pornography Addiction: Recognition and Treatment
  • Resilience in Nursing
  • Neurocognitive Disorders: A Review

After the first renewal, California LVNs generally need 30 contact hours during the two years before renewal to maintain an active license.

Refer to the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians for the most accurate update.

https://www.bvnpt.ca.gov/education/index.shtml.

- Why Choose Us

Why Choose Platinum Learning CE?

Flexible Online Learning

Study at your own pace without fixed classroom times.

Provider Information You Can Check

Platinum Learning CE lists BVNPT Provider #15144. Verify provider status through the California DCA License Search and confirm course eligibility before purchasing.

LVN-Focused Renewal Information

Review content written for California LVN continuing education and renewal needs.

Clear Package Pricing

The listed 30-contact-hour package costs $29.99. Review the included courses and package details before checkout.

Certificates Made Simple

Complete the included courses and meet the purchase requirements to access your certificate.

Direct Support

Questions go to a person: 424-347-0362, license number handy.

- Benefits

Benefits of Taking LVN CE Courses Online

01. Complete the full requirement in one purchase

The 30-hour package covers the entire two-year LVN renewal cycle without buying courses one at a time.

02. Save time against a work schedule

Self-paced online modules fit around rotating shifts, since no course requires a fixed class time.

03. Access every course on any device

A phone, tablet, or desktop browser runs the same course material without extra software.

04. Receive a certificate the moment you finish

No waiting period separates course completion from certificate access.

05. Pay a fixed, published price

The $29.99 package price with no added fees at checkout.

- FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Licensed Vocational Nurse

California LVNs generally need 30 contact hours of continuing education every two years to renew an active license. The 30-hour requirement does not apply to the first renewal after initial licensure. Check the official BVNPT guidance for your specific circumstances.
After the first renewal, California LVNs generally need 30 contact hours completed during the two years immediately before renewal to maintain an active license.
Online courses may be an option for completing continuing education. Before enrolling, confirm that the provider and courses meet the applicable California LVN requirements. Keep your completion certificates as proof of the hours earned.
Platinum Learning CE lists BVNPT Provider #15144 for its LVN continuing education offering. You should verify the provider’s current status and confirm course eligibility through official California resources before purchasing.
Processing times can vary. The BVNPT advises that renewal processing may take approximately eight weeks after submission. Applications to change an inactive license to active status may take around two to four weeks under normal conditions. These timeframes are estimates, not guarantees. Check the official BVNPT website for current guidance.
Certificate availability depends on completing the required course activities and meeting the applicable purchase requirements. Review the course details before enrolling. If your certificate is not available after completion, contact Platinum Learning CE support at 424-347-0362.
After the first renewal, California LVNs generally need 30 contact hours of continuing education for each two-year renewal cycle to maintain an active license. The first renewal following initial licensure is exempt from the 30-hour requirement, subject to applicable BVNPT rules.
Platinum Learning CE’s refund policy should be reviewed before purchase. If the published policy provides a 30-day refund period subject to certificate-use restrictions, those terms apply. Check the official Refund Policy page for the full conditions and eligibility requirements.
Do not assume your course completion is automatically reported to the BVNPT. Keep your certificates as proof of completion and follow the Board’s current renewal instructions. Contact Platinum Learning CE if you need clarification about its reporting process.
The renewal fee must be received by the expiration date to continue working legally. If the required continuing education has not been completed, an LVN may need to renew with inactive status and cannot practice until the license is active. A delinquency fee may apply if the renewal fee is not paid within 30 days after expiration. Check your license status and follow current BVNPT instructions.

California LVNs must retain their continuing education certificates for four years. The BVNPT may request copies during an audit, so keep your certificates in a safe place.

The first renewal following initial licensure is generally exempt from the 30-hour continuing education requirement. After the first renewal, LVNs generally need 30 contact hours during the two years immediately before renewal to maintain an active license. Check the official BVNPT guidance for exceptions that may apply to your circumstances.

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