CE Requirements for RNs:
Louisiana RN and APRN licenses are calendar year licenses. Online license renewals open October 1, 2012 after 1:00 pm CST (Central Standard Time). It will remain open until 11:59 pm January 31, 2013 (CST). Please note - after December 31, 2012 11:59 pm (CST) there will be a late fee of $25.00 added to application fee.
RNs and LPNs: The annual continuing education requirement is based on employment: 5 contact hours (full-time nursing practice), 10 contact hours (part-time nursing practice), or 15 contact hours (not employed or worked less than 160 hours).
CE Requirements for LPNs:
See RN requirements
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