Faculty member presenting to CE students

Continuing Education

Continuing education (CE) for registered nurses in Washington

The Professional Development office provides regular, relevant continuing education (CE) for registered nurses in Washington. Click through the course offerings below for CE opportunities and for nurses needing to meet Washington state licensing requirements.

Professional Vocational Relationships

This self-directed course is required for RN nursing students approved to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) and for internationally educated nurses who are requesting approval to take the NCLEX-PN exam.

Cost: $150

SANE Clinical Skills Training

This in-person Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) clinical skills training program is a comprehensive course meeting the IAFN SANE Education Guidelines, providing 16 contact hours in nursing upon completion.

School Nursing: Preparation for Initial Certification

This course is designed for a nurse with a BSN who wishes to prepare for certification as a school nurse. Topics will include the role of the school nurse, schools and society, growth and development, learning strategies, school law, and the legal and professional responsibilities of the ESA-prepared school nurse. This hybrid course will incorporate independent study and virtual classroom instruction.  Independent study course materials are to be completed and submitted to the faculty prior to the dates of classroom instruction for evaluation. Classroom instruction is offered virtually.

Cost: $450

Free Continuing Education Courses

The College of Nursing offers free continuing education (CE) courses to our preceptors in gratitude for their role in educating the next generation of nursing professionals.

Upcoming Continuing Education Events