Maryland Optometrist CE Requirements
What Maryland requires to renew your Optometrist license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
36
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Deadline
July 1 statewide
Requirements
- Therapeutic (ocular disease) hours — TPA-certified licensees only* — 30 hours
- Diagnostic hours — DPA-certified licensees only* — 6 hours
- General CE — 36 hours
* Items marked with an asterisk apply only in certain situations — for example to new licensees, specific roles, or one-time requirements. Check the official source below for which apply to you.
Important Information
Optometrists in Maryland need to complete a total of 36 hours of continuing education every two years. A few additional topics apply only in certain situations — see the asterisked items above.
Renewal periods in Maryland run two years and end on July 1 for every licensee. Complete all required hours before that date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: Maryland Department of Health CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (health.maryland.gov)
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