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Virginia Optometry (OD) CE category requirements

How the 20 CE hours every 1 year breaks down by category for optometrist (doctor of optometry)s in Virginia, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

Maximum 2 hours: Cpr
2h
Ocular pharmacology tpa — TPA-certified optometrists must complete at least 10 hours in ocular/general pharmacology, diagnosis or treatment, advanced clinical techniques/devices/procedures, or pain management
10h
Minimum 10 hours: Real time interactive
10h
Maximum 2 hours: Recordkeeping practice management
2h

Up to 10 excess hours may be carried forward to the next annual cycle. Licensees attest to completion on renewal, retain CE documentation at least 3 years, and submit documentation only if audited.

Official source: Virginia Board of Optometry - Continuing Education (18VAC105-20-70)

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