Approved by Florida Board of Nursing | Course #20-1294360 | $19.99 | Instant Certificate
Florida nurses are required to complete 2 hours of continuing education on domestic violence every third renewal cycle. This Board-approved course meets that requirement and equips nurses with the knowledge to recognize, intervene, and respond legally and ethically to domestic violence cases across all healthcare settings.
Offered by 1st Choice Continuing Education, this course is 100% online and self-paced, allowing you to log in and out at your convenience. You’ll receive an instant certificate of completion, and we’ll report your hours to the Florida Board of Nursing within 24 hours. Need help? Our team is available by text or call at 1-800-698-2770. We’ve been serving Florida nurses for over 10 years and offer a money-back guarantee.
Florida Board of Nursing Approved – Course #20-1294360
Meets the 2-hour Domestic Violence CE requirement (every third renewal)
Only $19.99 – affordable and fully online
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CE hours reported to CE Broker within 24 hours
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This course is divided into two hours and provides a comprehensive, evidence-based review of domestic violence and the nurse’s role in prevention, response, and legal compliance.
Hour 1: Understanding Domestic Violence in Healthcare
Definitions and types of domestic violence (physical, emotional, sexual, financial, psychological)
Prevalence and impact – national and Florida-specific data
Risk factors and vulnerable populations (pregnant women, elderly, marginalized groups)
Clinical indicators – physical signs, behavioral clues, inconsistent histories
Barriers to disclosure – fear, shame, cultural pressures
Review of Florida law – Chapter 741, Florida Statutes – and CE requirementsCourse Outline
Hour 2: Nursing Response, Safety, and Reporting
Trauma-informed care strategies in nursing
Screening and assessment tools in clinical settings
Legal documentation and mandatory reporting responsibilities
Safety planning for victims in immediate danger
Resources and referrals – shelters, hotlines, protective orders
Ethical and professional considerations – confidentiality, autonomy, scope of practiceCourse Outline
This course is required for:
Registered Nurses (RNs)
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)
Any Florida nurse who is in their third renewal cycle or beyond and has not yet fulfilled the domestic violence CE requirement
To maintain an active license in Florida, nurses must complete:
24 hours of CE every 2 years, which must include:
2 Hours – Prevention of Medical Errors
2 Hours – Florida Laws and Rules
2 Hours – Human Trafficking
2 Hours – Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (every other renewal)
2 Hours – Domestic Violence (every third renewal)
Complete your CE before your license expiration
Receive your instant certificate
We report your hours to CE Broker within 24 hours
Renew online at floridasnursing.gov
We offer all required CE for Florida nurses:
Stay licensed. Stay informed. Learn at your own pace with 1st Choice CE.
• Florida Board of Nursing Course: 20-1294360.
• 2 Hr Domestic Violence: Identification, Intervention, and Legal Responsibilities.
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• Florida Board of Nursing Course: 20-1294360.
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