Which statement about continuing education credits is true?

• A. They are optional and not reviewed
• B. They must be approved and completed
• C. They can be substituted with a single exam
• D. They are the same requirement in all states

Answer: (B)

Continuing education credits are a mandatory part of maintaining a license. The board sets a required number of hours and only counts credits earned from courses or providers that have been approved by the board. You must actually complete those approved activities and provide proof for renewal, and the board reviews submissions to verify compliance. Substituting the entire CE requirement with a single exam isn’t how the system typically works; the emphasis is on accumulating a defined amount of approved credit hours over the reporting period. Also, CE rules vary by state, so the exact requirements—hours, approved providers, and reporting procedures—are not identical everywhere.