What is the maximum number of continuing education hours that can be carried forward to the next two-year period?

The maximum number of continuing education hours that can be carried forward to the next two-year period is any excess hours. This means that if a participant accumulates more education hours than the minimum requirement for their continuing education, they are permitted to carry over the extra hours into the following period. This policy is designed to encourage ongoing education and professional development, allowing individuals to benefit from their efforts beyond the current reporting cycle.

This system supports professionals by providing flexibility; instead of losing any additional hours they have completed, they can utilize those hours when it may be more beneficial for their licensing or certification renewal. Carrying over the maximum hours also helps ensure that individuals are continually enhancing their knowledge and skills over time, which is critical in fields where regulations and practices evolve.