Tennessee Optometry (OD) CE category requirements

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

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Required categories

Controlled substance prescribing — 2 hours in controlled-substance prescribing practices within the 25-hour ocular disease block

Maximum 15 hours: Multimedia

15h

Ocular disease — Required for therapeutically certified optometrists: 25 hours in ocular disease and related systemic disease

25h

Maximum 8 hours: Practice management

Retain proof of CE for 4 years and provide evidence within 30 days if requested. Board may waive or extend requirements for documented hardship requested in writing. Current CPR certification required in addition to the 40 hours.

Official source: Tennessee Department of Health, Board of Optometry - Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1045-02-.05

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

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