If you have not met the Continuing Education requirement when it is time to renew your license, what can you do?

When a licensed individual faces the need to renew their license but has not completed the required Continuing Education (CE), requesting an extension while continuing to do business is a viable option. This approach allows the individual to maintain their business activities without interruption while the renewal process is being addressed.

The rationale behind this choice lies in the possibility of an extension being granted, which provides temporary relief from the CE requirement, allowing the individual to work while they fulfill their educational obligations. This flexibility ensures that the individual can serve their clients and maintain their business operations even if they are in the midst of meeting their CE requirements.

In contrast, other choices may not be practical or permissible. For instance, requesting an extension and stopping business would hinder one's operations unnecessarily. Renewing a license without completing the necessary CE could lead to non-compliance with regulatory standards. Asking for a waiver of the CE requirement may not be feasible unless there are extraordinary circumstances, as these requirements are typically obligatory for maintaining licensure. Thus, requesting an extension while continuing business operations effectively balances the need to comply with regulatory standards and the practicalities of running a business.