Implicit Bias – 1 Hour California

Implicit Bias – 1 Hour California
$20.00
1 Contact Hour
Required For: CA
10K
About the course

Updated May 19, 2026

California 1-Hour Implicit Bias Training for Nurses

AB 1407 & AB 2319 Compliant • 1 Contact Hour CE

Renew Now CE is California Board of Nursing approved CE Provider ID: CEP17292

Renew Now CE is approved by the California Board of Vocational Nursing - California BVNPT (VNCEP15132)

BRN Approved • BVNPT Approved • Instant Certificate

California nurses must complete implicit bias training to meet state licensing requirements under AB 1407 and AB 2319. This 1-hour BRN-approved course satisfies mandatory implicit bias CE requirements for California RNs, LVNs, and healthcare providers working in perinatal care. Complete your California implicit bias training online and receive your certificate instantly.

Choose this course if:

  • You need 1 hour of California implicit bias training
  • You are a newly licensed California RN or LVN completing AB 1407 training
  • You work in perinatal care and need training related to AB 2319
  • You want an online course with a certificate available after completion

✓ Why 6,400+ California Nurses Choose This Implicit Bias CE

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California Implicit Bias CE Requirements

AB 1407 - New California Nurse Licensees:

All newly licensed California RNs and LVNs must complete 1 hour of implicit bias training within their first two years of licensure. This requirement applies to nurses licensed after January 1, 2023.

AB 2319 - Perinatal Care Providers:

  • New perinatal providers: Complete implicit bias training within six months of start date
  • Who must comply: All California healthcare providers involved in perinatal care including labor and delivery nurses, postpartum nurses, NICU nurses, and certified nurse-midwives
  • Facility obligation: Healthcare facilities must provide or accept training certificates from approved providers
✓ This course satisfies both AB 1407 and AB 2319 requirements for California RNs, LVNs, APRNs, and other healthcare providers.

What You'll Learn in This Implicit Bias Training

Core Training Elements:

  • Identification of unconscious biases in healthcare settings
  • Recognition of personal and institutional barriers to equitable care
  • Evidence-based corrective measures and bias-reduction strategies
  • Historical impacts of bias on minority patient communities
  • Understanding how implicit bias affects clinical decision-making

Specialized Perinatal Focus Areas:

  • Health inequities and disparities in perinatal care outcomes
  • Reproductive justice principles for healthcare providers
  • Effective cross-cultural communication with diverse patients
  • Power dynamics in healthcare provider-patient relationships
  • Strategies for creating inclusive care environments

Learning Objectives

1. Define implicit bias and recognize its impact on healthcare perceptions, clinical decisions, and patient care delivery

2. Identify evidence-based strategies to reduce implicit bias and enhance equity in healthcare settings

3. Understand and implement best practices to address biases at both interpersonal and institutional levels

California Facility Compliance Information

AB 2319 Facility Requirements: California healthcare facilities providing perinatal care must either provide implicit bias training or accept training certificates from other approved providers.

Renew Now CE's BRN (CEP17292) and BVNPT (VNCEP15132) accredited status provides documented compliance that meets state requirements for accepted training providers.

Recommendation: While our accreditation meets state standards, we recommend confirming acceptance of third-party CE provider certificates with your facility's compliance or education department before enrollment.

Course Features

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Course Details

Course Duration: 1.0 Contact Hour

Format: Online, self-paced

California BRN Provider: CEP17292

California BVNPT Provider: VNCEP15132

Certificate: Available after course completion

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California nursing and facility training requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the California Board of Registered Nursing, BVNPT, your licensing board, and your facility compliance department before renewing or submitting training documentation.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

I just received my California RN license. When exactly do I need to complete this Implicit Bias 1 hour required training?

Within 2 years of your initial licensure date. AB 1407 requires newly licensed California RNs and LVNs to complete 1 hour of implicit bias training within the first two years of receiving their license. Your deadline is exactly 2 years from the date printed on your license. We recommend completing it now and checking it off your list — it takes about 1 hour and your certificate is instant.

I am a nursing student about to take NCLEX or apply for my California RN license — can I take this course now?

Yes, and it is smart to do it before or right after you get your license. You do not need an active California license to purchase or complete this course. Many new graduates complete it immediately after receiving their license so the requirement is satisfied well within the 2-year window. The sooner you complete it, the one less compliance item you need to track during your first years of practice.

I graduated from a nursing school outside California and just got my California RN license. Do I still need to complete AB 1407 implicit bias training?

Yes. AB 1407 applies to all nurses newly licensed in California regardless of where they attended nursing school or previously practiced. If you received your California RN license after January 1, 2023, you must complete 1 hour of implicit bias training from a BRN-approved provider within your first two years. This course is BRN-approved (CEP17292) and satisfies the requirement for all newly licensed California RNs including those licensed through endorsement from another state.

I work in perinatal care and I am also a newly licensed California nurse. Do I need to satisfy both AB 1407 and AB 2319?

One course satisfies both. This course meets the requirements of both AB 1407 (1 hour within first two years for new licensees) and AB 2319 (perinatal care providers). You do not need to take two separate courses. Complete this once, download your certificate, and you have satisfied both obligations simultaneously. Note that AB 2319 requires perinatal providers to complete training within 6 months of starting in a perinatal role — so if that deadline is sooner than your AB 1407 two-year window, prioritize accordingly.

What if I do not pass the post-test?

You can retake it as many times as needed with no penalty and no additional charge. There is no limit on attempts and no fee for retakes. Your certificate is issued as soon as you pass. Most learners pass on the first attempt.

Do I have to complete the course in one sitting?

No. Your progress saves automatically. You can stop at any point, close the browser, and return on any device — including mobile — and pick up exactly where you left off.

Where can I get BRN-approved implicit bias CE for my new California RN license?

Renew Now CE is a California Board of Registered Nursing approved CE provider (CEP17292). This 1-hour online course satisfies the AB 1407 implicit bias requirement for newly licensed California RNs. It is 100% online, self-paced, and your certificate is available for instant download upon completion. Over 6,400 California nurses have completed their requirement through Renew Now CE.

Is implicit bias training required for every California license renewal?

No. AB 1407 requires newly licensed California RNs and LVNs to complete 1 hour of implicit bias training within the first two years of licensure. It is not a recurring renewal requirement for general California nursing license renewal. However, AB 2319 applies to healthcare providers working in perinatal care, and those providers should follow the timing required for their role or facility.

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