What method does TBCE use to verify continued competency?

• A. Random patient feedback surveys.
• B. Evaluation of continuing education compliance and related documentation.
• C. Annual written examinations conducted by TBCE.
• D. Self-attestation of ongoing practice.

Answer: (B)

Verification of continued competency is achieved by evaluating continuing education compliance and related documentation. TBCE requires licensees to complete a set amount of CE hours and to keep records such as certificates of completion, course titles, providers, dates, and hours. The board reviews these records and may audit them to ensure the practitioner is staying current with updated practices and knowledge. This approach provides objective, verifiable evidence of ongoing learning and professional accountability, which is why it’s the primary method TBCE uses.

Random patient feedback surveys aren’t used as the main mechanism to verify ongoing competence, since they reflect patient perception rather than verified professional education and documentation. Annual written examinations conducted by TBCE aren’t the standard method for ongoing competency in practice; licensing exams are typically at initial licensure, with CE as the ongoing standard. Self-attestation alone isn’t sufficient because it lacks independent verification of actual continuing education activity.