New CE Requirement in 2017

Posted in Latest News on January 10, 2016.

There will be a new CE requirement for Renewals beginning in 2017: Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace. The requirement becomes effective August 1, 2017, then every other biennium thereafter (every 4 years).

Registered Nursing Group 1, with a License Expiration Date of April 30, 2018, will be the first group required to have the new CE. Licensed Practical Nurses, with a License Expiration Date of July 31, 2019, will then be required to have the new CE.

More information regarding the requirements and subject area can be found in Rule 64B9-5.002(2)(d), F.A.C. at www.flrules.org/gateway/ChapterHome.asp?Chapter=64B9-5



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