At the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society (NJPMS), we understand the importance of continuing medical education (CME) in maintaining the highest standards of patient care and professional development. To meet state licensing requirements, New Jersey podiatrists are required to complete a specific number of CME credits every two years. This ensures that practitioners remain current with the latest advancements in podiatric medicine, surgical techniques, and patient care standards.
The current CME requirements for podiatrists in New Jersey include:
- 100 CME credits over a two-year licensure cycle of which 40 CME credits are from live in-person events.
- A portion of these credits must be earned in specific areas, such as End-of-Life/POLST and opioid management, in alignment with state mandates.
- A mix of in-person and online learning options are acceptable, offering flexibility to busy professionals.
As a member of NJPMS, we make it easy for you to fulfill your CME requirements. NJPMS offers a variety of high-quality, accredited educational programs, including:
- Annual Conference (NJPMC): Engage with leaders in podiatric medicine and surgery while earning CME credits at our state-wide events.
- Webinars & Online Courses: Convenient, on-demand courses allow you to earn credits from anywhere, at any time.
- Specialized Workshops: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques through focused workshops designed for practicing podiatrists.
If you would like to be considered as one of the CME presenters for a future NJPMS CME event, please reach out to Tajma Kotoric at tkotoric@njpms.com.
| Requirement | NJ | PA | NY | MD | DE | FL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opioids | 1 CME Credit |
2 CME Credits | 3 CME Credits | None | None | 2 CME Credits |
| End of Life AND POLST | 2 CME Credits |
None | None | None | None | None |
| Child Abuse | None | 2 CME Credits | 1 Course | None | None | None |
| Patient Safety/Risk Management | None | 12 CME Credits | None | None | 1 CME Credit |
None |
| Pain Management/Identification of Addiction | None | 2 CME Credits | None | None | None | None |
| HIV/AIDS | None | None | None | None | None | 1 CME Credit |
| Infection Control and Barrier Precautions | None | None | 1 Course | None | None | None |
| HIPAA | None | None | None | None | None | None |
| Medical Errors (Prevention) | None | None | None | None | None | 2 CME Credits |
| Florida Laws and Rules | None | None | None | None | None | 1 CME Credit |
| Domestic Violence (Every 7 years) | None | None | None | None | None | 2 CME Credits |
| Human Trafficking (HOSPITAL STAFF ONLY in NJ) |
1 CME Credit |
None | None | None | None | 1 CME Credit |
| Total Hours of CME Required per Licensing Period | 100 CME Credits | 50 CME Credits | 50 CME Credits | 50 CME Credits | 32 CME Credits | 40 CME Credits |
| Total Category 1 CME Credits Required (In-Person) |
40 CME Credits | N/A | 35 CME Credits | N/A | 32 CME Credits | N/A |
