Illinois Implicit Bias - 1 Hour CE

Illinois Implicit Bias - 1 Hour CE
$15.00
1 Contact Hour
Required For: IL
1.4K
About the course

Illinois Implicit Bias CE – 1-Hour Course for Healthcare Professionals

Required Since January 2023 • 35+ License Types • ANCC Accredited

ANCC Provider P0557 • No Subscription Required • Certificate Available After Completion
Content Last Updated: January 2026

Illinois IDFPR Implicit Bias CE Requirement

Illinois healthcare professionals licensed by IDFPR who have continuing education requirements must complete 1 hour of implicit bias awareness training each renewal cycle. The requirement applies to renewals on or after January 1, 2023.

Legal Authority: 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7.

Choose this course if:

  • You need 1 hour of Illinois implicit bias awareness CE
  • You are licensed by IDFPR and have continuing education requirements
  • You need training for the current Illinois renewal cycle
  • You want ANCC-accredited CE from provider P0557
  • You want a one-time $15 course with no subscription
1
Contact Hour
35+
License Types
100%
Online
$15
One-Time Price

Meet Your Illinois Implicit Bias Requirement

ANCC Accredited (P0557)
National nursing CE accreditation
No Subscription Required
One-time purchase of $15
Multi-Professional
Applies broadly to IDFPR-licensed healthcare professionals with CE requirements
Certificate
Available after completion

Why Illinois Professionals Choose Renew Now CE

  • ANCC Accredited: Renew Now CE is ANCC Provider P0557.
    Renew Now CE ANCC Accredited Provider P0557
    Renew Now CE is an accredited provider through the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC), Provider P0557.
  • No Subscriptions: Pay $15 once for this course. No recurring charges or auto-renewals.
  • Multiple Illinois Licenses: One implicit bias course may count toward the CE requirements for applicable IDFPR licenses you hold.
  • Certificate: Download your CE certificate after completion.
  • Real Human Support: Help is available from the Renew Now CE support team.

Trusted CE provider: Renew Now CE is an accredited continuing education provider with online courses, clear renewal documentation, no subscription requirement, and certificates available immediately after completion.

What This Course Covers

This course provides training on recognizing and addressing implicit bias to promote equitable care and reduce healthcare disparities.

Recognizing Implicit Bias

Understand what implicit bias is, how it forms, and how unconscious bias can affect healthcare delivery and patient interactions.

Addressing Bias in Practice

Review practical strategies for reducing bias in clinical decision-making and patient care.

Promoting Equitable Care

Develop awareness and skills that support fair treatment for patients across race, ethnicity, gender, age, and other characteristics.

Reducing Healthcare Disparities

Understand the connection between implicit bias and healthcare disparities, including approaches to reduce inequities in care.

Need all Illinois required topics? This course fulfills one Illinois CE mandate. For broader coverage, view the Illinois License Renewal CEU Bundle, which includes all 4 required courses.

Illinois Legal Authority

20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7 – Implicit Bias Awareness Training

For renewals occurring on or after January 1, 2023, healthcare professionals with continuing education requirements must complete at least one hour of implicit bias awareness training per renewal period.

The law further states that this training may count toward:

  • Minimum CE credit hours required for license renewal
  • Other state licensure requirements
  • Professional accreditation or certification requirements
  • Healthcare institutional practice agreements

One course may satisfy multiple requirements. Check with your employer if they require separate implicit bias training documentation.

Illinois Pharmacy License Renewal Disclosure

This continuing education activity meets Illinois state continuing education requirements; however, it is not reported to the NABP CPE Monitor.

Illinois-licensed pharmacists are responsible for retaining their certificate of completion and reporting CE as required by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).

Illinois Professionals Who May Need This Training

This requirement applies broadly to IDFPR-licensed healthcare professionals with continuing education requirements. The list below includes common professions, but it is not exhaustive. Verify your current requirements with IDFPR or your licensing board.

Nursing

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
  • Advanced Practice Nurses (APRN)
  • Nursing Home Administrators

Medical

  • Physicians (MD/DO)
  • Physician Assistants
  • Chiropractors
  • Podiatrists

Pharmacy

  • Pharmacists
  • Pharmacy Technicians

Mental Health

  • Psychologists
  • Social Workers
  • Professional Counselors

Allied Health

  • Physical Therapists
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Respiratory Therapists
  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Dietitians

Dental & Other

  • Dentists
  • Dental Hygienists
  • Optometrists
  • Audiologists

ANCC Accreditation and Illinois CE Documentation

Renew Now CE is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Provider Number P0557. This course is designed to support Illinois implicit bias CE documentation for IDFPR-licensed healthcare professionals with CE requirements.

Designed to support Illinois implicit bias CE documentation

Convenient Online Learning

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Employer Receipts
Documentation for reimbursement
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Mobile Friendly
Complete on a compatible device
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Certificate
Available after completion

Trusted by Illinois Healthcare Professionals

This implicit bias training helps healthcare professionals meet Illinois IDFPR requirements while reviewing practical concepts for equitable care across patient populations.

One hour. One price. No subscription required.

Complete Your Illinois Implicit Bias Requirement

1 hour of ANCC-accredited CE for Illinois IDFPR-licensed healthcare professionals with CE requirements.

ANCC Accredited (P0557)     35+ License Types     No Subscription Required

Need all 4 Illinois required courses? Save time with the Illinois License Renewal CEU Bundle, which includes Implicit Bias, Sexual Harassment, Cultural Competency, and Alzheimer's/Dementia training.

Official Requirements: Illinois implicit bias requirement is detailed in 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7. Visit IDFPR for complete license renewal requirements.

This course description summarizes Illinois continuing education information for general guidance. Requirements may vary by license type, renewal cycle, employer policy, and IDFPR rules. Always verify current requirements with IDFPR or your licensing board before relying on any course for renewal or compliance documentation.

 

Bundle Both Illinois Mandated Topics

This course is available bundled with Illinois Sexual Harassment Prevention CE in our Illinois Nurse Pre-Licensure & Renewal CE Bundle ($30) — both mandated topics together for less.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Illinois implicit bias CE requirement?

Illinois requires healthcare professionals licensed under IDFPR who have continuing education requirements to complete 1 hour of implicit bias awareness CE per renewal period under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7. The requirement applies to renewals on or after January 1, 2023. Unlike some other Illinois mandated topics, implicit bias training is required every renewal cycle, not once every 6 years. This ANCC-accredited course is designed to satisfy the 1-hour Illinois implicit bias training requirement.

What is the difference between implicit bias and cultural competency?

No — these are two separate Illinois mandates with different completion frequencies. Implicit bias training under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7 is required every renewal cycle. Cultural competency training under Public Act 103-0531 is required once within 3 renewal periods, or every 6 years. Both count toward your total CE hours rather than being additional requirements on top of them.

Does this 1-hour course count toward my total CE hours for license renewal?

Yes. Under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7, the 1-hour implicit bias course may count toward meeting your minimum CE credit hours for license renewal. It is not an additional hour on top of your existing CE requirement. The law also allows implicit bias training to count toward other state licensure requirements, professional accreditation, or institutional practice agreements where applicable.

I need broader accreditation than ANCC — which implicit bias course should I take?

Choose Course 214 — Implicit Bias in Healthcare 1-Hour Compliance Training if you need broader accreditation such as ACCME, ADA CERP, APA, ASWB, or other profession-specific credit types. This ANCC-only course is designed for Illinois state CE documentation for nurses and IDFPR-regulated professionals. Course 214 provides broader accreditation options while also supporting Illinois implicit bias training needs.

How often do I need to complete implicit bias training for my Illinois license renewal?

Every renewal cycle. Illinois implicit bias training is not a one-time or every-6-years requirement. Healthcare professionals with CE requirements must complete a new 1-hour implicit bias awareness course for each Illinois renewal period. Keep your certificate for each renewal cycle for IDFPR audit documentation.

I am an Illinois pharmacist. Does this course satisfy my implicit bias requirement and does it report to NABP?

This course is designed to satisfy the Illinois implicit bias CE requirement for pharmacists, but it does not report to the NABP CPE Monitor. Illinois-licensed pharmacists are responsible for retaining their certificate of completion and self-reporting CE as required by IDFPR. Download and store your certificate after completing the course.

Where can Illinois nurses, physicians, social workers, and allied health professionals get the required 1-hour implicit bias CE?

Renew Now CE offers a 1-hour Illinois Implicit Bias CE course ($15) designed to satisfy the requirement under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7 for IDFPR-licensed healthcare professionals with continuing education requirements. The course is ANCC-accredited through Provider P0557, online, self-paced, and includes a certificate after completion. It is also included in the Illinois License Renewal CEU Bundle covering all 4 mandatory topics.

Does Renew Now CE require a subscription?

No. This Illinois implicit bias course is a one-time $15 purchase. There are no monthly memberships, auto-renewals, or subscription fees.

When is my certificate available?

Your certificate is available after successful course completion. Download and keep your certificate for Illinois license renewal records, employer documentation, and possible IDFPR audit requests.

Can this course count for employer implicit bias training?

It may. Under 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.7, implicit bias training used to meet a state licensure requirement may also count toward professional accreditation, certification, or healthcare institutional practice agreement requirements where applicable. Check with your employer to confirm whether this course meets any separate workplace training policy.

$15.00
1 Contact Hour
Required For: IL
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