The document guides both new applicants and current LPNs by providing clear criteria to meet the requirement of practice hours. This ensures that Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) maintain recent and relevant professional experience, which supports public safety and upholds the standards of safe, competent, and ethical nursing care.

Last Revision

March 2026 – Revisions made to reflect updates in regulation and new college name.

December 8, 2023 – Policy updated to remove reference to the Continuing Competence Program as these requirements are now included in the Standards of Practice on the Continuing Competence Program. Language was updated to improve clarity.