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Delaware · Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant CME requirements in Delaware

Medium-high confidenceLast verified June 4, 2026

Requirements at a glance

Licensing board
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years (Apr 1–Mar 31, even years)
Total CME hours
100 (50 Cat 1 + 50 Cat 2) — waived if active NCCPA certification
Accepts NCCPA in lieu
Yes

State-mandated CME topics

  • Child abuse/domestic violence: 1 hr — Every renewal, recognition + DE reporting obligations.

Sources

Every figure on this page is compiled from the primary board and national certification sources below, cross-checked against reputable aggregators. Requirements change often and some boards publish only in PDFs or login-walled portals — confirm current rules directly before relying on them for renewal.

Delaware licensing boardDE Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
NCCPA certification (national)nccpa.net/maintain-certification/continuing-medical-education
NCCPA certification (national)nccpa.net/news/panre-la
NCCPA certification (national)nccpa.net/maintain-certification
DEA MATE Act (federal)samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment/statutes-regulations-guidelines/mate-act
DEA MATE Act (federal)dea.gov
Verify with DE Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline

How this fits the national picture

Independent of Delaware, every PA maintains NCCPA certification — 100 CME credits every two-year cycle (at least 50 Category 1) plus a recertification exam by year 10. Many states accept that in place of separate state CME; this page notes whether Delaware does.

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Frequently asked questions

How many CME hours do physician assistants need in Delaware?

100 (50 Cat 1 + 50 Cat 2) — waived if active NCCPA certification. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (Apr 1–Mar 31, even years).

Does Delaware accept NCCPA certification in lieu of state CME?

Yes.

What topic-specific CME does Delaware require for physician assistants?

Child abuse/domestic violence: 1 hr — Every renewal, recognition + DE reporting obligations.

Informational only, not legal or compliance advice. Continuing education rules change frequently. Confirm current requirements with the DE Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline and your certifying body before relying on any figure here.