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CE Requirements for RNs

Total Hours Required: 12 | Elective Hours: 8 | Renewal Cycle in Years: 1

All RNs in the State of West Virginia who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 12 hours of continuing education for license renewal.

The West Virginia Board of Nursing will not accept courses approved for less than 1.0 contact hour.

For initial licensure, RNs must complete:

  • 3 hours of best prescribing and drug diversion training if you prescribe, administer or dispense controlled substances

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CE Requirements for LPNs

Total Hours Required: 24 | Elective Hours: 19 | Renewal Cycle in Years: 2

All LPNs in the State of West Virginia who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education for license renewal.

The West Virginia Board of Nursing will not accept courses approved for less than 1.0 contact hour.

For initial licensure, RNs must complete:

  • 2 hours of end of life care and pain management

For license renewal, RNs must complete:

  • 3 hours of substance abuse
  • 2 hours of inquiring or inquiring about whether the patients are veterans or family members of veterans, and screening for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression and grief, and prevention of suicide

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CE Requirements for APRNs

Total Hours Required: 12 | Elective Hours: 8 | Renewal Cycle in Years: 1

All APRNs in the State of West Virginia who wish to maintain an active license are required to complete 12 hours of continuing education for license renewal.

The West Virginia Board of Nursing will not accept courses approved for less than 1.0 contact hour.

For initial licensure, APRNs must complete:

  • 3 hours of best prescribing and drug diversion training if you prescribe, administer or dispense controlled substances

Did you know the Premium CE Membership includes your State Renewal Package and the Advanced Practice Nurse Pharmacology course? A $294 value for just $149.99. Learn more.

Requirements for Successful Completion

Learners will receive one certificate for completion for the entire package. If separate certificates for each educational activity are needed, Relias suggests the Standard Membership which provides a robust offering of educational topics. The Standard Membership allows the learner to align their educational experience with their own professional development needs.
Learners must view all the content in its entirety to successfully complete the package and receive their certificate. After each activity, a question will ask how likely each course is to be recommended which will provide Relias data on how relevant the content is to the current market.

NOTE: One overall evaluation survey is included in the renewal package. Learners must view all courses and complete the evaluation survey to receive the CE certificate.

Credit Claiming and Reporting

Relias sends your completion data to CEBroker. Learner’s license/certification profile must have correct licensure information entered to receive their CE certificate and be reported accurately.




Disclaimer: Relias may provide interactions and knowledge checks within the activity to increase engagement and test knowledge comprehension. It is important to note that some states require specific content to have a post-test to validate a change in knowledge or behavior.

State packages are designed to help nurses meet their foundational CE and special topic requirements for their state. Please check your state board requirements for additional CE needs.

Individual Nurse.com Courses that Meet Specific West Virginia Requirements

Palliative Perspective on Pain Management
Pain can cause significant distress not only for people with serious illnesses but also for their families and caregivers. It is one of the most common symptoms in palliative care, one of the most feared, and unfortunately one that is frequently undertreated. To manage pain effectively, you must understand and possibly rethink some basic ideas about pain and pain treatment. In this course, you will learn the epidemiology of pain, the problems that arise because of undertreated pain, the components of a pain assessment, the role of the palliative care team, and methods to treat pain in palliative care.

 

1.00 Contact Hours

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$12.00

Free with Standard Membership
Pediatric Pain Management: Treatment
The goal of this course is to educate nurses and physicians about the evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for pediatric pain.

1.50 Contact Hours

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$15.00

Free with Standard Membership
Opioids and Chronic Pain Management

The increased emphasis on pain management to improve functionality and quality of life has contributed to significantly more opioid prescriptions. Their availability led to widespread misuse across the nation. This course will address regulation and misuse of opioids and evidence-based management of chronic pain.

2.00 Contact Hours

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$19.00

Free with Standard Membership

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State Renewal Package

A one-click package for nurses looking to fulfill their state requirements.

$35.99

State renewal packages with all required courses and no test required*

Single certificate for total credit hours upon completion of all courses included in the package. (Individual courses do not carry CE credit.)

License renewal reminders and free CE alerts

Standard

Access to 800+ courses that help nurses meet their state CE requirements and advance their skill set.

$49.99

50% off state renewal packages with all required courses and no test required*

50% off premium courses over 1.5 contact hours

Access to 800+ Courses 1.5 contact hours or less, including state required courses

Certificates upon course completion

License renewal reminders and free CE alerts

One-year access included with subscription

Premium

Full access to our library of 1,000+ courses. Ideal for APRNs or travel nurses who need to meet multiple state requirements.

$149.99

Free state renewal packages with all required courses and no test required*

Free access to 1,000+ accredited CE courses, including premium courses over 1.5 contact hours

25-hours Advanced Practice Pharmacology course ($259 value)

Certificates upon course completion

License renewal reminders and free CE alerts

One-year access included with subscription

*State packages do not require tests except in states where tests are mandatory, or on state-required topics. Nurse.com makes every effort to provide a course for every state-required topic; some newer requirements may not be available yet. Contact Nurse.com for assistance. Member discounts exclude Self-Paced Certification Test Prep. 

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do college courses count as CEUs for nurses?

Yes, college courses can count as CEUs for nurses, but specific conditions must be met. College courses can be accepted if they are relevant to nursing practice and offered by an accredited institution. The nursing licensing board in the state where the nurse practices typically determines the acceptability of these courses.

College courses usually translate into CEUs through contact hours. For instance, one CEU is equivalent to 10 contact hours of participation in an accredited program. This standardized method is used to quantify continuing education activities across different institutions and professions.

It's essential for nurses to verify with their state licensing board to ensure that the specific college courses they plan to take will be recognized as CEUs. Different states may have varying requirements regarding what counts as acceptable continuing education.

How many contact hours are needed to become an RN?

The number of contact hours required to become and remain a Registered Nurse (RN) varies by state and specific licensing boards. Find the CE requirements for your state here: Nurse CE Requirements by State

Conversion and Definition:

Contact hours are a measure of actual time spent in educational activities, where one contact hour typically equals 60 minutes of instruction​.

Verification and Compliance:

Many states allow nurses to choose from a variety of educational activities to earn contact hours, including online courses, seminars, and workshops. It's essential to ensure that these courses are accredited and recognized by the state's nursing board.

Are contact hours the same as CEUs?

Contact hours refer to the actual time a nurse spends participating in a structured educational activity. Typically, one contact hour equals 60 minutes of instructional time. Contact hours are often used to measure participation in courses, workshops, seminars, and other educational activities that contribute to professional development in nursing​.

CEUs are a standardized unit of measurement used to quantify participation in continuing education programs. One CEU is equivalent to 10 contact hours of participation. CEUs provide a uniform method for recording and reporting continuing education activities across different institutions and professions​​.

Why should I sign up for a free membership on Nurse.com?

A free account lets you manage your nurse life in one place. We’ll track your licenses and credentials, remind you when CE is due, and keep your resume and job profile in one place. Search and save jobs, access career resources, take free CE courses, enter monthly giveaways, get exclusive discounts from top brands, and connect with peers in our supportive community.

What is the difference between a membership and a registered user account?

A registered user account on Nurse.com is free and allows you to track your licenses, credentials and CE, store your resume and profile information, plus more.

CE memberships help you meet your continuing education needs and advance your clinical knowledge. The Standard Membership, available for $49.99 per year, gives you access to all online courses 1.5 contact hours or less, a 50% discount on courses over 1.5 contact hours, and a 50% discount on state renewal packages. The Premium Membership, priced at $149.99 per year, includes all the benefits of the Standard Membership plus free access to all state renewal packages, premium courses over 1.5 contact hours, and the Advanced Practice Pharmacology course.

Will all my history remain intact within my profile?

Yes, all your course history and transcripts will remain intact within your profile. This allows you to easily access your continuing education records and certificates anytime you need them.

Who do I contact if I need support?

For support, contact our Support center here or by clicking on the question mark icon in the blue circle in the lower right corner of your screen.

What if I’m not able to complete an entire course?

If you are not able to complete a course you can bookmark your place and return to it later.