Under what circumstances is continuing education (CE) not required?

Continuing education (CE) requirements are generally established to ensure that licensed professionals, including chiropractors, maintain their knowledge and skills in their field. When a chiropractor is on inactive status, they are not actively practicing chiropractic and therefore are not required to complete CE courses. This status allows individuals to hold their license without the obligation to fulfill CE requirements, as they are not engaged in providing patient care or services that necessitate up-to-date training.

It is important to note that other circumstances, such as teaching for only a year, practicing in another state, or being retired, do not universally exempt a chiropractor from CE requirements. For instance, a chiropractor who is teaching or practicing—regardless of duration or location—may still be subject to CE requirements to keep their professional knowledge current and relevant.