Opioid Continuing Education Requirement for Prescribers FAQ

Effective January 1, 2020, all health care licensees who have authority to prescribe controlled substances must obtain two (2) hours of continuing education credits between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2022. The continuing education credits must include content on: 

  1. best practices in prescribing opioids and controlled substances; and
  2. non-pharmacological and implantable device alternatives for the treatment of pain and ongoing pain. 
For more information including a list of Frequently Asked Questions, please access the Opioid Continuing Education Requirement for Prescribers FAQ.