Mandatory CE Topics

Child Abuse, Exploitation, and Domestic Violence Recognition
Delaware licensees must complete 1 hour of training on recognizing child sexual and physical abuse, exploitation, and domestic violence, including Delaware's reporting obligations under the Medical Practice Act.

This training may only be completed directly through the Delaware Board.

One-Time Requirements

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Training
Licensees who work in adult or gerontology healthcare settings must complete 2 hours on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias, one time.

Course option: Alzheimer Disease

Practice-Based or Conditional Requirements

Controlled Substance Prescribing
Licensees authorized to dispense, prescribe, or store controlled substances must complete 2 hours on controlled substance prescribing practices, treatment of chronic pain, or related topics, every 2 years. Newly registered licensees must also complete 1 hour on Delaware law regarding prescribing and distribution of controlled substances within their first year of registration, one time.

Course option: Prescription Opioids: Risk Management and Strategies for Safe Use

Federal Requirements

DEA MATE Act Requirement
DEA-registered practitioners, except those who are solely veterinarians, must complete an 8-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. This applies one time to DEA registrations or renewals submitted on or after June 27, 2023.

Course option: Substance Use Disorders: A DEA Requirement

Regulatory Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only. Requirements may change; confirm current CE requirements, course acceptance, and renewal deadlines directly with the applicable licensing board.

Mandatory CE Topics

Child Abuse, Exploitation, and Domestic Violence Recognition
Delaware licensees must complete 1 hour of training on recognizing child sexual and physical abuse, exploitation, and domestic violence, including Delaware's reporting obligations under the Medical Practice Act.

This training may only be completed directly through the Delaware Board.

One-Time Requirements

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Training
Licensees who work in adult or gerontology healthcare settings must complete 2 hours on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias, one time.

Course option: Alzheimer Disease

Practice-Based or Conditional Requirements

Controlled Substance Prescribing
Licensees authorized to dispense, prescribe, or store controlled substances must complete 2 hours on controlled substance prescribing practices, treatment of chronic pain, or related topics, every 2 years. Newly registered licensees must also complete 1 hour on Delaware law regarding prescribing and distribution of controlled substances within their first year of registration, one time.

Course option: Prescription Opioids: Risk Management and Strategies for Safe Use

Federal Requirements

DEA MATE Act Requirement
DEA-registered practitioners, except those who are solely veterinarians, must complete an 8-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. This applies one time to DEA registrations or renewals submitted on or after June 27, 2023.

Course option: Substance Use Disorders: A DEA Requirement

Regulatory Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only. Requirements may change; confirm current CE requirements, course acceptance, and renewal deadlines directly with the applicable licensing board.

Renewal CE Requirements

Physician Assistants
Delaware PAs must complete 100 hours every renewal period (minimum 50 hours Category 1), or provide proof of current NCCPA certification in lieu of the hour requirement.

Mandatory CE Topics

Child Abuse, Exploitation, and Domestic Violence Recognition
Delaware licensees must complete 1 hour of training on recognizing child sexual and physical abuse, exploitation, and domestic violence, including Delaware's reporting obligations under the Medical Practice Act.

This training may only be completed directly through the Delaware Board.

One-Time Requirements

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Training
Licensees who work in adult or gerontology healthcare settings must complete 2 hours on the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias, one time.

Course option: Alzheimer Disease

Practice-Based or Conditional Requirements

Controlled Substance Prescribing
Licensees authorized to dispense, prescribe, or store controlled substances must complete 2 hours on controlled substance prescribing practices, treatment of chronic pain, or related topics, every 2 years. Newly registered licensees must also complete 1 hour on Delaware law regarding prescribing and distribution of controlled substances within their first year of registration, one time.

Course option: Prescription Opioids: Risk Management and Strategies for Safe Use

Federal Requirements

DEA MATE Act Requirement
DEA-registered practitioners, except those who are solely veterinarians, must complete an 8-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. This applies one time to DEA registrations or renewals submitted on or after June 27, 2023.

Course option: Substance Use Disorders: A DEA Requirement

Regulatory Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only. Requirements may change; confirm current CE requirements, course acceptance, and renewal deadlines directly with the applicable licensing board.