Alaska Optometry (OD) CE category requirements

Q: What CE categories are required for optometrists in Alaska?

Ocular pathology or pharmacology: 24 hours; Pain management, opioid use, and addiction (Required only for optometrists holding a DEA registration.): 2 hours. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

How the 40 CE hours every 2 years breaks down by category for optometrists in Alaska, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

Ocular pathology or pharmacology

24h

Pain management, opioid use, and addiction (Required only for optometrists holding a DEA registration.)

At least 24 of the 40 hours must be in ocular pathology or pharmacology. Max 3 hours of practice management per biennium. Retain CE documentation for 4 years (random Board audit). Rule: 12 AAC 48, Article 2 (Continuing Competency); Board renewal application (commerce.alaska.gov, opt4202.pdf).

Official source: Alaska Board of Optometry — Continuing Education

Full requirements: Alaska Optometry (OD) CE requirements
When it's due: Alaska Optometry (OD) license renewal deadline
What it costs: Alaska Optometry (OD) license renewal fees
Audits & penalties: Alaska Optometry (OD) CE audits & penalties

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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