Maryland Physician Assistant (PA) CE requirements

Renewal: PA licenses (prefix C) expire June 30 of odd-numbered years; CE must be earned during the 2-year period preceding the expiration of the license.

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Required categories

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Per the Maryland Board of Physicians' official allied-health renewal page: 50 hours of Category 1 CME earned during the 2 years preceding expiration, consisting of at least 8 hours of Category 1 education on pharmacology topics — OR proof of maintenance of NCCPA certification (an alternative to the 50-hour requirement, not an addition). A PA renewing for the first time after initial licensure or reinstatement must obtain only the minimum 8 hours of Category 1 pharmacology and is exempt from the remaining 42 hours. No grace period: the online renewal system closes at 11:59 p.m. EST on the expiration date.

Official source: Maryland Board of Physicians — Allied Health License Renewal (continuing education requirements, COMAR 10.32.03.09)