Florida Optometry (OD) CE audits & penalties

What happens if a optometrist misses CE requirements in Florida, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Renewal is biennial. Renewing after the expiration date requires payment of a delinquency fee in addition to renewal fees (amount not published in located sources). Practicing on a delinquent license is unlicensed practice subject to discipline under Ch. 456, Fla. Stat.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

CE credits must be reported to the DOH Continuing Education Tracking system on or before the day the renewal application is submitted; CE must be completed by the license expiration date.

Official source: Florida Department of Health (MQA renewal application guidance); Florida Board of Optometry

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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