Essential Guide to Michigan Physician Assistant License Renewal & CE Requirements for 2024
Michigan physician assistants (PAs) must meet specific license renewal and continuing education (CE) requirements to maintain licensure and ensure they provide high-quality, informed patient care. The Michigan Board of Medicine and other relevant regulatory boards set these requirements.
Continuing Education Requirement for Michigan PAs
Michigan does not mandate general CE for physician assistants, but specific training is required to maintain an active license. Key areas for Michigan PA license renewal include implicit bias, controlled substances, opioid training, and human trafficking awareness.
Implicit Bias Training
As of June 1, 2022, all physician assistants applying for licensure or registration in Michigan must complete at least two (2) hours of implicit bias training within the five years preceding the issuance of a new license. Following initial licensure, Michigan PAs must complete one (1) hour of implicit bias training annually as part of their license renewal cycle. Complete this training in various formats, including interactive webinars or asynchronous teleconferences.
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Human Trafficking Training
Since April 22, 2021, Michigan PAs must complete a one-time training on identifying human trafficking victims for initial licensure. This training ensures PAs can identify potential victims of trafficking, improving patient outcomes and supporting vulnerable populations.
Opioid and Controlled Substances Awareness
Starting May 28, 2024, all Michigan-licensed prescribers, including PAs who prescribe or dispense controlled substances, must complete opioid and controlled substances awareness training each renewal period. This training addresses safe prescribing practices and is a critical part of the state’s efforts to combat the opioid crisis.
DEA Registration and Substance Use Disorder Training
Since June 27, 2023, any Michigan PA with DEA registration must complete a one-time, 8-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. This training includes the appropriate use of FDA-approved treatments for substance use disorders, ensuring Michigan PAs stay informed on best practices in patient care.
How to Complete Michigan PA License Renewal and CE Requirements
Physician assistants should verify that their training providers are ACCME-accredited and eligible to award AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Contact the Michigan Bureau of Professional Licensing (link) for further information or view the Michigan PA requirements on the state’s health licensing board website (link).
