Do these courses provide AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™?

Yes, we are accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians and these activities are designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

How will I get credit toward my license renewal?

After each course is completed, we automatically issue a certificate of completion; if you have multiple licenses, you will receive a separate certificate for each license. We also report all course completions to CE Broker on your behalf.

Are your courses accredited?

Yes! All courses we offer are accredited to count toward license renewal. You can find a full list of our accreditations here.

Are AchieveCE courses convenient?

Absolutely! All of our courses included unlimited attempts with no time limits. They can also be taken on your desktop or mobile device, and in case you prefer to print out a copy, you can do so easily as well. We handle the navigation of your board's renewal requirements for you, and ensure that you receive credit for your work. If you have any questions, we offer easy-access human support 7-days-a-week for any questions you may have.

Do you really offer any free CE courses?

Yes! We offer a few courses at zero cost to you, which can be found here.

What if I'm not happy after purchase?

We are happy to provide a full refund as long as you make the refund request is within 30 days of the initial purchase and the course(s) have not been fully completed such that you have received a certificate or they have been reported to a tracking board. For refund requests, reach out to us at support@achievece.com

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State requirements for California Physician Assistants

Next Renewal Date

Expires every two years on last day of your second birth month

Total Hours Required

50 Hours

General Hours

50 General Hours

Required Courses

Detailed Breakdown

California Physician Assistant Standard Renewal Requirements: California PAs renew every two years and must complete 50 hours of Board-approved Category 1 CME in the two years before expiration or maintain current NCCPA certification at renewal.
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If you are authorized to furnish Schedule II and hold a DEA registration, you must complete the Board’s one-time controlled substance education course (≥6 hours; ≥3 on Schedule II) as part of your CE timeline.
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From January 1, 2025, primary-care PAs with panels >25% age 65+ must devote ≥20% of CE to geriatrics/elder care topics.
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First-time renewal: Your initial license expires on the last day of your second birth month after licensure; ensure required 50 hours are completed (or maintain NCCPA certification) in the preceding two years. If newly authorized to furnish Schedule II and DEA-registered, complete the one-time controlled substance education course by the next renewal cycle if not previously done.
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Certification alternative (ABMS/AOA or NCCPA): Maintaining NCCPA certification at renewal satisfies the Board’s CE requirement (no additional state CE hours needed that cycle).
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Controlled substance / Opioid prescribing: One-time Controlled Substance Education Course (≥6 hours; ≥3 hours on Schedule II) is required for PAs authorized to furnish Schedule II and DEA-registered; it must be taken within the two years immediately preceding expiration if not previously completed.
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DEA or PMP enrollment: Upon issuance of a DEA registration, California prescribers must register for CURES (the state PDMP); mandatory CURES consultation applies when prescribing/ordering/administering/furnishing Schedule II–V controlled substances, with specific timing rules.
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Implicit bias / Cultural competency: Implicit bias content must be embedded in CE courses that include direct patient care beginning Jan 1, 2022 (no separate hour minimum specified).
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