Course Description

2-Hour Florida Laws and Rules CE Course for Nurses – Board Approved

Price: $19.99 | Course Number: 20-1291806 | Delivery: 100% Online & Self-Paced

- Instant Certificate Automatically Sent Upon Completion
- Hours Reported to the Florida Board of Nursing Within 24 Hours
- Text or Call Support: 1-800-698-2770

Stay Compliant with Florida's Nursing Laws and Rules

Keep your nursing license up to date and your legal knowledge current with our 2-hour Florida Laws and Rules Governing Nursing Practice course, approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (CE Provider #20-1291806). This course satisfies the mandatory laws and rules CE requirement for license renewal and is applicable for LPNs, RNs, and APRNs in Florida.

Designed to be engaging, relevant, and convenient, this self-paced online course gives you a practical understanding of the Florida Nurse Practice Act, Chapter 64B9 of the Florida Administrative Code, licensure standards, scope of practice, and disciplinary procedures.

Certificate of completion is sent automatically after finishing the course.
We report your hours to CE Broker and the Florida Board of Nursing within 24 hours.
Need help? Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770.

What You’ll Learn in This Course

Hour 1 – Florida Nurse Practice Act & Board of Nursing Regulations

• Overview of the Florida Nurse Practice Act (Chapter 464, F.S.)

• Key regulations in Chapter 64B9, Florida Administrative Code

• Roles and scope of practice for LPNs, RNs, and APRNs

• Licensure requirements and renewal process

• Legal consequences of practice violations and disciplinary actions

Hour 2 – Legal & Ethical Responsibilities of Florida Nurses

• Documentation laws: accuracy, timeliness, legal protection

• Delegation and supervision rules: what tasks can be assigned and to whom

• Mandatory reporting requirements (abuse, neglect, impairment, misconduct)

• Understanding the complaint and disciplinary process

• Real-world case studies in nursing law and liability prevention

Florida Nursing License Renewal Requirements

To maintain an active license, all Florida nurses must complete 24 hours of CE every 2 years, which must include:

• ✅ 2 hours – Florida Laws and Rules (this course fulfills this requirement)

• ✅ 2 hours – Prevention of Medical Errors

• ✅ 2 hours – Human Trafficking

• ✅ 2 hours – Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (every other renewal)

• ✅ 2 hours – Domestic Violence (every third renewal)

• ✅ 1-time HIV/AIDS course (before first renewal only)

• ✅ *Remaining hours – General elective CE courses

This course fulfills the mandatory 2-hour Laws and Rules requirement and counts toward your total CE hours.

Course Benefits

✅ Florida Board of Nursing Approved – Meets mandatory renewal requirement
✅ 2 Hours of CE Credit – Counts toward your 24-hour license renewal total
✅ Instant Certificate – Sent automatically to your inbox upon completion
✅ 24-Hour Reporting to CE Broker – We handle all reporting for you
✅ 100% Online and Self-Paced – Start anytime, finish on your schedule
✅ Affordable & Accessible – Get legal CE done for only $19.99
✅ Live Support Available – Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770

How to Renew Your Nursing License in Florida

To maintain an active nursing license in Florida, nurses must complete all required CE and submit their renewal before the expiration date. Here are the steps:

1) Complete 24 Hours of Board-Approved Continuing Education

• This includes required courses such as:

  • ✅ 2 Hours – Florida Laws and Rules (fulfilled by this course)

  • ✅ 2 Hours – Prevention of Medical Errors

  • ✅ 2 Hours – Human Trafficking

  • ✅ 2 Hours – Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (every other renewal)

  • ✅ 2 Hours – Domestic Violence (every third renewal)

  • ✅ 16 General Elective CE Hours

2 Log into the Florida Board of Nursing Renewal Portal

• Access your account via https://floridasnursing.gov/

• Review your CE history and make sure all hours are accounted for in CE Broker.

3) Pay the Renewal Fee

• Submit your renewal application and pay the renewal fee online.

4) Receive Your Updated License

• Once your CE hours are verified and your renewal is processed, your license will be updated.

✅ This 2-Hour Laws and Rules course fulfills the mandatory legal education requirement and helps you stay compliant.
✅ We report your hours to the Florida Board of Nursing within 24 hours, so you never miss a deadline.

Looking for More Florida Nursing CE Courses?

At 1st Choice Continuing Education, we offer all of the required and elective CE courses approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. Whether you're completing your first renewal or your tenth, we have everything you need — all 100% online, self-paced, and instantly certified.

Related Courses / Other Courses You May Need

Need to complete more of your Florida 24-hour biennial CE? Pair this mandatory course with the other mandatory topics and electives below, or take the full 24-hour bundle.

• 24 Hour Florida RN/LPN Complete Nursing Renewal Bundle

• 2 Hrs Prevention of Medical Errors - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours Human Trafficking - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours - Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace for Florida Nurses

• 2 Hours Domestic Violence - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours Ethics and Professional Responsibility in Nursing - Florida

• 2 Hours Effective Communication in Nursing - Florida

• 4 Hours Nursing Care for Patients with Diabetes - Florida

• 1 Hour HIV/AIDS - Florida Nursing

Support When You Need It

✅ Phone or text support: 1-800-698-2770. Spanish speakers welcome.

Questions about Florida nursing CE requirements, CE Broker reporting, or which mandatory topics apply this cycle? Call or text our team before you enroll and we will help.

Enroll Now

✅ Enroll today for just $19.99 - no hidden fees and CE Broker reporting included.

Click Enroll Now to begin your 2-hour Laws and Rules course. Complete at your own pace, get your instant certificate, and we report your hours to CE Broker within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course approved by the Florida Board of Nursing?

Yes. The course is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing as Course #20-1291806 and satisfies Florida's mandatory 2-hour Laws and Rules requirement.

Does this satisfy a mandatory Florida nursing topic?

Yes. This 2-hour Laws and Rules course is a recurring Florida requirement that all RNs, LPNs, and APRNs must complete each biennial renewal.

How much does the course cost?

The course is $19.99 with no hidden fees. CE Broker reporting is included.

How many CE hours does Florida require?

Florida RNs, LPNs, and APRNs must complete 24 CE hours per 2-year biennial cycle. This Laws and Rules course is 2 of those 24 hours and is mandatory each renewal.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced. You can take it on a phone, tablet, or computer. Log in and out anytime - your progress is saved so you can resume right where you left off.

How quickly do I get my certificate?

You receive an instant certificate of completion as soon as you finish the course. You can download or print it immediately for your records.

When are my hours reported?

We report your completed hours to CE Broker (the Florida Board of Nursing's CE tracking system) within 24 hours of course completion.

What topics are covered?

Hour 1 covers Chapter 464 F.S., Chapter 64B9 F.A.C., scope of practice for LPN/RN/APRN, licensure and renewal, and discipline. Hour 2 covers documentation laws, delegation and supervision, mandatory reporting, complaint process, and case studies.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. The course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

What if I need help during the course?

Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 and a team member will help. Spanish speakers welcome.

Course Details

• Florida Board of Nursing Course: 20-1291806.
• 2 Hours - Florida Laws and Rules Governing Nursing Practice.
• Instant Online Access.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle-Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Instant certificate emailed upon completion.
• Credits reported to the Board w/in 24 Hrs.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.