Need to renew your California RN license in 2025? This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know to stay compliant with the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), including required continuing education (CE) hours, implicit bias training, and how to navigate the BreEZe renewal system.
How Many CE Hours Do You Need to Renew Your RN License in California?
To renew your California Registered Nurse (RN) license in 2025, you must complete 30 contact hours of continuing education (CE) from a BRN-approved provider. These CE hours must be completed before your license expiration date.
Renew Now CE is a BRN-approved provider (Provider ID: CEP17292) and offers a complete California 30-Hour CE Package that fulfills all requirements. You can take the courses online at your own pace—ideal for busy nurses.
Do California RNs Need to Take Implicit Bias Training?
Yes. Under Assembly Bill 1407, California requires all newly licensed RNs to complete at least 1 hour of implicit bias training within the first two years of licensure. This requirement applies to licenses issued on or after January 1, 2023.
Renew Now CE offers a 1-hour implicit bias course approved by the BRN to meet this mandate.
What’s Included in the California 30-Hour RN CE Package?
- Pharmacology – 10 hours (ANCC-accredited)
- Heart Failure Management – 6 hours
- The Obesity Epidemic and Nutrition – 10 hours
- Cannabis and Nursing – 3 hours
- Ketamine, Esketamine, and Depression – 1 hour
These courses can be taken individually or as a complete package, which fulfills the full 30-hour CE requirement. The platform includes auto-progress tracking, mobile access, and instant certificates upon completion.
When Should You Renew Your California RN License?
Your California RN license is initially valid for two birthdays—not two years. After that, renewal is due every two years, by the last day of your birth month. CE must be completed before renewing.
Pro tip: Mark your calendar to complete CE at least 30 days before your renewal deadline to avoid any delays.
How to Renew Your California RN License Using the BreEZe System
The California Board of Registered Nursing uses the BreEZe online system to process all license renewals.
Need visual guidance? Watch the California Board of Nursing’s step-by-step video on how to use BreEZe.
Why Choose Renew Now CE for Your California Nursing License Renewal?
We’re committed to making your license renewal process easy, affordable, and compliant. Here’s why nurses trust Renew Now CE:
- BRN-approved (CEP17292) and ANCC-accredited (P0557)
- Designed by experienced nurses
- Short, mobile-friendly video lessons
- Automatic progress saving
- Instant certificates
Whether you’re renewing for the first time or preparing for another two-year cycle, we make it easy to stay on track and in compliance.
Thank you for choosing Renew Now CE—proudly supporting California nurses every step of the way.
Joanna Nolte, APRN, MSN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC
Accredited Provider Program Director, Renew Now CE