Physician Assistant CME requirements in Georgia
Requirements at a glance
State-mandated CME topics
- Hydrocodone/oxycodone prescribing: 1 hr — Additional hour every 2 years, effective 2024-07-01.
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.
Verify with Georgia Composite Medical Board →How this fits the national picture
Independent of Georgia, 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 Georgia does.
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Frequently asked questions
How many CME hours do physician assistants need in Georgia?
Follows AMA/AAPA Category-1 standard; overall total not cleanly confirmed (≥10 hrs related to supervising physician's specialty). Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Does Georgia accept NCCPA certification in lieu of state CME?
Verify whether NCCPA accepted.
What topic-specific CME does Georgia require for physician assistants?
Hydrocodone/oxycodone prescribing: 1 hr — Additional hour every 2 years, effective 2024-07-01.
Informational only, not legal or compliance advice. Continuing education rules change frequently. Confirm current requirements with the Georgia Composite Medical Board and your certifying body before relying on any figure here.