Course Description

2 Hr Domestic Violence: Identification, Intervention, and Legal Responsibilities – Florida Nursing CE

Approved by Florida Board of Nursing | Course #20-1294360 | $19.99 | Instant Certificate

Florida nurses are required to complete 2 hours of continuing education on domestic violence every third renewal cycle. This Board-approved course meets that requirement and equips nurses with the knowledge to recognize, intervene, and respond legally and ethically to domestic violence cases across all healthcare settings.

Satisfy Florida's 2-hour Domestic Violence CE requirement (required every third renewal) with this Florida Board of Nursing-approved CE course (Course #20-1294360). The course is 100% online and self-paced, gives you an instant certificate, and your hours are reported to CE Broker within 24 hours. Just $19.99 with no hidden fees - backed by a money-back guarantee.

Offered by 1st Choice Continuing Education, this course is 100% online and self-paced, allowing you to log in and out at your convenience. You’ll receive an instant certificate of completion, and we’ll report your hours to the Florida Board of Nursing within 24 hours. Need help? Our team is available by text or call at 1-800-698-2770. We’ve been serving Florida nurses for over 10 years and offer a money-back guarantee.

Course Highlights

✅ Approved by the Florida Board of Nursing - Course #20-1294360

✅ 2 CE credit hours - Domestic Violence (Chapter 741 F.S.)

✅ Required every third renewal (in addition to the 24 hours that cycle - 26 hours that renewal)

✅ $19.99 with no hidden fees

✅ 100% online and self-paced

✅ Instant certificate of completion

✅ Hours reported to CE Broker within 24 hours

✅ Money-back guarantee

Who Should Take This Course

This course is built for Florida RNs, LPNs, and APRNs in every setting where a nurse may encounter survivors of domestic violence - emergency departments, primary care, OB/GYN, pediatrics, behavioral health, school nursing, home health, long-term care, and case management. The course also supports nurse managers building trauma-informed practices.

State CE and Renewal Information

Florida nurses must complete 24 CE hours per 2-year biennial renewal cycle. The 2-hour Domestic Violence course is additionally required every third renewal - meaning that renewal cycle requires 26 total CE hours. This course satisfies that 2-hour Domestic Violence requirement.

How to Renew Your License

1. Confirm your renewal deadline. Florida nurses renew on a 2-year cycle and your due date is tied to your individual license record (LPN July 31 of even years; RN/APRN April 30 of odd/even years depending on issuance).

2. Complete your required CE hours - 24 total CE hours per biennial cycle, including the mandatory topics for your renewal cycle (Laws and Rules, Prevention of Medical Errors, Human Trafficking each renewal; Impairment every other renewal; Domestic Violence every third renewal; HIV/AIDS one time only).

3. Take this course online at your own pace. Start anytime, pause anytime, and resume where you left off.

4. Pass the short post-course assessment and get your instant certificate of completion.

5. We report your hours to CE Broker within 24 hours so your CE record updates quickly.

6. Submit your Florida nursing license renewal on time through the Florida Board of Nursing portal.

What You Will Learn

This 2-hour course is divided into two 50-minute hours that move from recognition and Florida-specific context to trauma-informed response and reporting. You will leave the course better prepared to identify, support, and connect survivors with the right resources.

• Hour 1 - Recognizing domestic violence: types (physical, emotional, sexual, financial, psychological), Florida prevalence, risk factors and vulnerable populations, clinical indicators, barriers to disclosure, and the legal framework under Chapter 741 F.S.

• Hour 2 - Responding effectively: trauma-informed care, screening tools, Florida mandatory reporting obligations, safety planning, connecting patients to resources (shelters, hotlines, advocacy), and ethical considerations around confidentiality.

Why Choose 1st Choice Continuing Education

1st Choice Continuing Education has over 10 years of trusted CE service and is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (Course #20-1294360). At $19.99 with no hidden fees and a money-back guarantee, this is a clean way to clear your 2-hour Domestic Violence requirement for the cycles it applies. The course is 100% online and mobile-friendly, fully self-paced, and your certificate is delivered instantly. Hours are reported to CE Broker within 24 hours. Phone or text support is available at 1-800-698-2770.

Related Courses / Other Courses You May Need

Need to complete more of your Florida 24-hour biennial CE? Pair this course with the other mandatory topics and electives below, or take the full 24-hour bundle.

• 24 Hour Florida RN/LPN Complete Nursing Renewal Bundle

• 2 Hours - Florida Laws and Rules Governing Nursing Practice

• 2 Hrs Prevention of Medical Errors - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours Human Trafficking - Florida Nursing

• 2 Hours - Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace for Florida Nurses

• 2 Hours Ethics and Professional Responsibility in Nursing - Florida

• 2 Hours Effective Communication in Nursing - Florida

• 4 Hours Nursing Care for Patients with Diabetes - Florida

• 1 Hour HIV/AIDS - Florida Nursing

Support When You Need It

✅ Phone or text support: 1-800-698-2770. Spanish speakers welcome.

Questions about Florida nursing CE requirements, CE Broker reporting, or whether the Domestic Violence requirement applies to your current renewal cycle? Call or text our team before you enroll and we will help.

Enroll Now

✅ Enroll today for just $19.99 - no hidden fees, CE Broker reporting included, money-back guarantee.

Click Enroll Now to begin your 2-hour Domestic Violence course. Complete at your own pace, get your instant certificate, and we report your hours to CE Broker within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course approved by the Florida Board of Nursing?

Yes. The course is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing as Course #20-1294360 and satisfies Florida's 2-hour Domestic Violence CE requirement.

When does Florida require Domestic Violence CE?

Florida requires 2 hours of Domestic Violence CE every third biennial renewal. That renewal cycle requires 26 total CE hours instead of 24.

How do I know whether I need it this renewal?

Check your CE Broker transcript or call the Florida Board of Nursing. If your last Domestic Violence completion was during one of your previous two cycles, you may not need it this cycle.

How much does the course cost?

The course is $19.99 with no hidden fees. CE Broker reporting is included and the course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced. You can take it on a phone, tablet, or computer. Log in and out anytime - your progress is saved so you can resume right where you left off.

How quickly do I get my certificate?

You receive an instant certificate of completion as soon as you finish the course. You can download or print it immediately for your records.

When are my hours reported?

We report your completed hours to CE Broker (the Florida Board of Nursing's CE tracking system) within 24 hours of course completion.

What topics are covered?

Hour 1 covers types of DV, Florida prevalence, risk factors, clinical indicators, barriers to disclosure, and Chapter 741 F.S. Hour 2 covers trauma-informed care, screening tools, mandatory reporting, safety planning, resources, and confidentiality considerations.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. The course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

What if I need help during the course?

Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 and a team member will help. Spanish speakers welcome.

Course Details

• Florida Board of Nursing Course: 20-1294360.
• 2 Hr Domestic Violence: Identification, Intervention, and Legal Responsibilities.
• Instant Online Access.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle-Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Instant certificate emailed upon completion.
• Credits reported to the Board w/in 24 Hrs.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.