What CE categories are required for optometrists in Rhode Island?

Pharmacology: 10 hours. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Rhode Island Optometry (OD) CE category requirements

How the 20 CE hours every 1 year breaks down by category for optometrists in Rhode Island, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

Pharmacology

10h

Entry reflects optometrists with amplified therapeutic privileges: 20 hours annually, including at least 10 hours in pharmacology for the treatment/management of ocular conditions. Optometrists without therapeutic privileges require 16 hours annually. Licensees initially licensed after February 1 are exempt from CE until the next renewal. The Board may waive CE for hardship or sufficient cause. No grace period identified.

Official source: RI Regulation 216-RICR-40-05-20.4 - Continuing education for optometrists

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

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

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