Physician Assistants · New Jersey · Continuing education
New Jersey Physician Assistant CME Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- PA50 credits every 2 years; renewal by August 31 in odd-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
New Jersey PA CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 50credits
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Aug 31, odd yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By August 31 in odd-numbered years
- Renewal fee
- $220
- New licensees
- May be able to complete less CE in the first period of licensure.
Good to know. Licenses valid 2 years, expire in August of odd-numbered years; CE due before renewal (Aug 31). CE standards in N.J.A.C. 13:35-2B.8. Committee FAQ (Category I detail) could not be read.
Source: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov · N.J.A.C. 13:35-2B.8 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
How many CE hours do physician assistants need in New Jersey?
50 credits every 2 years.
How do I verify a physician assistant license in New Jersey?
Use the license lookup of the New Jersey Physician Assistant Advisory Committee (State Board of Medical Examiners) (njconsumeraffairs.gov/pa/Pages/default.aspx); 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 New Jersey?
By attesting on the renewal application; keep certificates in case of an audit.
When is the renewal deadline for physician assistants in New Jersey?
Licenses renew by August 31 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).