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Continuing Education

IV Therapy Certification

IV Therapy Certification prepares licensed LPNs and RNs to safely insert, manage, and monitor intravenous (IV) lines. This Florida Board of Nursing-approved 30-hour course blends online coursework with a required in-person skills lab at our Miramar, FL campus — Florida law requires LPNs to complete it before administering IV therapy.

Duration30 hours
FormatBlended
LocationMiramar, FL
PrerequisiteActive LPN/RN license
FL Board of
Nursing Approved
Credential
Blended
Format
0
Clock Hours
$1–3/hr
Pay Boost for IV-Certified LPNs
Program Overview

IV Therapy Certification at Broward-Miami Health Institute is a Florida Board of Nursing-approved 30-hour course for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs). Florida law requires LPNs to complete BON-approved IV therapy training before they can administer intravenous fluids and medications; RNs often take the course as a structured refresher on current IV practice.

The course blends self-paced online coursework with a required in-person hands-on skills lab, where students practice peripheral IV insertion, dressing changes, and central line care under instructor supervision using IV simulation manikins.

Upon completion, graduates receive a certificate of completion documenting they've met Florida's IV therapy training requirement — expanding their scope of practice and opening doors to higher-acuity clinical roles.

What You'll Learn
IV Therapy Fundamentals & Florida Scope of Practice
Fluid & Electrolyte Balance
Peripheral IV Insertion & Site Selection
Central Venous Access Devices (CVADs) & PICC Lines
Medication Calculations & Dosage Math
Blood, Plasma & TPN Administration
Infection Control & Complication Recognition
Hands-On Skills Lab & Competency Check-Off
Program Requirements

General Admission

Active Florida LPN or RN license in good standing
Current CPR/BLS certification recommended

Clinical Requirements

Complete the required in-person skills lab session (hands-on IV insertion practice)
Pass the written exam and practical skills check-off
Career Opportunities
$62,340/yr
National median wage for Licensed Practical Nurses
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, May 2024. IV-certified LPNs often command $1–3/hr above this median.
3%
Job growth
2024–2034

IV therapy certification is one of the most in-demand add-on credentials for LPNs. Employers increasingly seek IV-certified LPNs for home health, long-term care, and outpatient infusion roles — market data shows IV-certified LPNs earning $33–38/hr in some regions, compared to a $30.55/hr national median for LPNs overall.

For RNs, the course serves as a valuable clinical refresher, reinforcing IV competencies for hospital, surgical center, and outpatient settings.

Where IV-Certified Graduates Work

Hospitals & ICUs Outpatient Infusion Centers Home Health Agencies Long-Term Care Facilities Surgical Centers Physician Offices

Whether you're an LPN expanding your scope of practice or an RN sharpening your skills, IV Therapy Certification is a practical, career-building credential recognized across Florida's healthcare employers.

Ready to Add IV Therapy to Your Nursing Skillset?

Enroll in BMHI's Florida Board of Nursing-approved IV Therapy course and expand your scope of practice.