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Utah optometry CE courses

Curated courses matched to Utah’s optometrists renewal mandates — with prices, accreditation, and format. Plain listings, no affiliate markup.

30CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 2026-10-06

Renewal: Renewals due September 30 of even-numbered years.

Source: Utah Board of Optometry

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Online suicide prevention training0.5 creditEach bienniumAll optometrists
Division-approved controlled substance CE3.5 hoursEach bienniumCS license holders

Online suicide prevention training (0.5 credit, each biennium)

Suicide Prevention Training (Utah)Free

Utah DOPL-recognized training · 0.5h · self-paced

Freebrief online trainings; some freeView course →

Note: Utah requires an online suicide prevention training (0.5 credit). Choose a DOPL-recognized brief training on the DOPL site; verify credit acceptance before counting it.

Division-approved controlled substance CE (3.5 hours, each biennium)

Controlled Substance Prescribing for Optometrists

Review Education Group · 2h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

$49.00View course →

Note: Two-hour COPE course on lawful controlled-substance prescribing in optometric practice.

Responsible Prescribing of Controlled SubstancesFree

Quantum Optical · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free COPE-approved course on responsible prescribing practices and diversion awareness.

General electives

Fill your remaining hours with these board-accepted courses.

Pediatric Optometry Essentials

Review Education Group · 2h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

$49.00View course →

Note: COPE-approved pediatric optometry course.

Neuro-Optometry: Visual Field Interpretation

Review Education Group · 2h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

$49.00View course →

Note: COPE-approved course on visual field testing and interpretation.

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 30-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.

Review Education Group Multi-Day CE Meeting PackageBundle

Review Education Group · 16h · live event · COPE (COPE-approved course)

$299.00per meeting; 16+ COPE hoursView course →

Note: One registration covering a full weekend of COPE-approved courses — the fastest way to bank live hours.

Free options

Accredited free courses. Note: free options rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.

Suicide Prevention Training (Utah)Free

Utah DOPL-recognized training · 0.5h · self-paced

Freebrief online trainings; some freeView course →

Note: Utah requires an online suicide prevention training (0.5 credit). Choose a DOPL-recognized brief training on the DOPL site; verify credit acceptance before counting it.

Responsible Prescribing of Controlled SubstancesFree

Quantum Optical · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free COPE-approved course on responsible prescribing practices and diversion awareness.

Dry Eye Disease: Diagnosis and ManagementFree

Quantum Optical · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free COPE-approved dry eye course; free account required.

Low Vision RehabilitationFree

Quantum Optical · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free COPE-approved low vision course; free account required.

Quantum Optical Free COPE Course LibraryFree

Quantum Optical · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Rotating free COPE-approved courses (typically 1–2 hours each).

20/20 Magazine Free CE CoursesFree

20/20 Magazine · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freefree; account required (free)View course →

Note: Free COPE-approved courses from the optical trade publication; check the site's CE section.

AOA EyeLearn CE ActivitiesFree

American Optometric Association · 1h · self-paced · COPE (COPE-approved course)

Freemember and select free activitiesView course →

Note: AOA's EyeLearn learning platform; some activities free, more with membership.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Utah optometrists need?

Utah optometrists need 30 CE hours every 2 years.

What are the mandated CE topics for Utah optometrists renewal?

Each renewal cycle: Online suicide prevention training (0.5 credit, Each biennium); Division-approved controlled substance CE (3.5 hours, Each biennium).

How do I track my optometry CE?

Many COPE-approved providers report completions to ARBO's OE Tracker automatically. Keep your OE Tracker number handy and confirm credits appear in your account after each course.

When is the Utah optometrists renewal deadline?

Renewals due September 30 of even-numbered years.

Disclaimer: CECourse is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any course provider listed on this page. We do not control provider pricing, course availability, content, accreditation status, or board reporting — all of which may change without notice. Course listings are curated for convenience and were last verified on 10-06-2026. Requirements change — always verify current mandates with the Utah Board of Optometry. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.

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