How does nursing continuing competence work in Quebec?

20 hours of continuing education every year, with a minimum of 7 accredited hours. (OIIQ)

When do I renew my registration in Quebec?

RN: Annual continuing-education cycle; activities must be completed by December 31 each year. LPN: 2-year CE reference period. (OIIQ)

Can I use Fast CE For Less courses toward my learning plan?

Yes. Our accredited courses and certificates can be recorded as self-directed learning in your continuing competence plan.

Quebec nursing continuing competence requirements

Quebec is different from the other Canadian provinces because both RN and LPN/auxiliary nurses have an actual prescribed CE-hour requirement. RN and LPN are regulated by different professional orders.

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What the board publishes

Verified Sep 15, 2026

Renewal period: RN: Annual continuing-education cycle; activities must be completed by December 31 each year. LPN: 2-year CE reference period. (OIIQ)
RN requirement: 20 hours of continuing education every year, with a minimum of 7 accredited hours. (OIIQ)
RPN / LPN requirement: Minimum 10 hours of continuing education during each 2-year reference period. Current reference period: April 1, 2025–March 31, 2027. (OIIAQ)
Mandatory topics: RN: 20 hours annually, including at least 7 accredited hours. The OIIQ standard defines eligible continuing-education activities. (OIIQ) LPN: At least 10 hours every 2 years, directly related to professional practice, with activities recognized by OIIAQ. (OIIAQ)
Required courses: RN: 20 hours annually, including at least 7 accredited hours. The OIIQ standard defines eligible continuing-education activities. (OIIQ) LPN: At least 10 hours every 2 years, directly related to professional practice, with activities recognized by OIIAQ. (OIIAQ)
Good to know: Quebec is different from the other Canadian provinces because both RN and LPN/auxiliary nurses have an actual prescribed CE-hour requirement. RN and LPN are regulated by different professional orders.

Using our courses in Canada

Canadian colleges generally accept self-directed learning that is relevant to your practice. Every course you finish here gives you a dated certificate with contact hours, kept in your account for seven years so you can attach it to your continuing competence record or an audit request.

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