Physician Assistants · Colorado · Continuing education
Colorado Physician Assistant CME Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- Colorado does not require CE hours for PA license renewal (other ways to show competency apply — see below); renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Colorado PA CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- Noneno hours set
- Renewal cycle
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- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Audits & records
- Attest at renewal, reactivation or reinstatement; the board may audit and request documentation of the training or exemption.
- Renew online
- apps2.colorado.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act)All physicians and PAs unless exempt under C.R.S. 12-30-114(1)(b); training may include CE, self-study, conferences, teaching, peer review | 2 | every renewal |
Alternatives & exemptions. The Colorado Medical Board rules set no general CME hour requirement for physician assistant renewal (Rule 1.33 CME applies to physicians only); only the substance use prevention training below.
Good to know. Rule 1.29: 2 cumulative hours of substance use prevention/treatment training per renewal period. A repeal of Rule 1.29 was proposed in 2026 but the current version (eff. 07/15/2026) still contains it. Renewal period length not stated in the rules read.
Source: www.sos.state.co.us · 3 CCR 713-1, Rule 1.29; C.R.S. 12-30-114 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
How many CE hours do physician assistants need in Colorado?
No set number of hours — The Colorado Medical Board rules set no general CME hour requirement for physician assistant renewal (Rule 1.33 CME applies to physicians only); only the substance use prevention training below.
How do I verify a physician assistant license in Colorado?
Use the license lookup of the Colorado Medical Board (dpo.colorado.gov/Medical); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
How do physician assistants report CE in Colorado?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for physician assistants in Colorado?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license.