In the state of Hawaii, Chiropractors are required to undergo chiropractic continuing education during each 2 year period in order to renew their chiropractic license. The licensing process is governed by the Hawaii State Board Of Chiropractic Examiners. The Hawaii State Board Of Chiropractic Examiners can be reached at (808) 586-3000. The term of each license year is biennial, with renewal due by December 31st of odd-numbered years. A fee of $200 is required for license renewal.
Basic Guidelines For Chiropractic Continuing Education In Hawaii
- Renewed Biannually By December 31st Of Odd-Numbered Years
- Minimum Of 20 Continuing Education Hours Per Renewal Period
- Continuing Education Courses Must Be Approved By The Hawaii State Board Of Chiropractic Examiners
- A person who is issued an initial license in an odd-numbered year of the
biennium shall not be required to submit a certificate of completion of continuing
education programs for the renewal of that license for the following biennium - A person who is issued an initial license in an even-numbered year of
the biennium shall be required to file a certificate of completion of a minimum of ten
hours of continuing education programs for the renewal of that license for the following
biennium - No Limit On Distance Learning
Links:
Hawaii State Board Of Chiropractic Examiners
Hawaii State Chiropractic Association
Hawaii Chiropractic Laws
* Hawaii Chiropractic Continuing Education requirements posted on this page are based upon the most up to date information available. Hawaii chiropractic continuing education requirements are subject to change and therefore, Hawaii Chiropractic licensee’s are ultimately responsible for being up to date with the Hawaii continuing education requirements.
* Information Last Updated 11/17/11
SUBCHAPTER 6 – CONTINUING EDUCATION
§16-76-37 Basic concept. The basic objectives and goals of continuing education are the growth of knowledge, cultivation of skills, and greater understanding, with a continual striving for excellence in chiropractic care, and improvement in the health and welfare of the public. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §§442-11, 451D-3)
§16-76-38 Basic requirements for renewal.
(a) The licensee shall file, together with the biennial renewal application, or before December 31 of each odd-numbered year, a certificate of completion of at least twenty hours in continuing education programs approved by the board, which have been completed within the twenty-four months before the renewal deadline.
(b) A person who is issued an initial license in an odd-numbered year of the biennium shall not be required to submit a certificate of completion of continuing education programs for the renewal of that license for the following biennium.
(c) A person who is issued an initial license in an even-numbered year of the biennium shall be required to file a certificate of completion of a minimum of ten hours of continuing education programs for the renewal of that license for the following biennium.
(d) Placing a chiropractic license on inactive status shall not deprive the board of jurisdiction to proceed with disciplinary proceedings pursuant to chapters 442 or 436B, HRS. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; am §16-76-38 76-16 and comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §§442-5, 451D-3) (Imp: HRS §§442-11, 451D-3)§16-76-39 Qualifications for continuing education credit.
(a) The primary consideration in determining whether or not a specific program qualifies as acceptable continuing education is that it be a formal program of learning which will contribute directly to the professional competence of a licensee in public practice. It is, therefore, left to the individual licensee to determine the course of study to be pursued within the guidelines established by this chapter. However practice-building seminars shall NOT be approved.
(b) Each seminar approved by the board must present subject material directly related to the concepts of chiropractic principles and practice, including diagnostic procedures, patient care, and patient management. The board recommends special attention be given to the following:
- (1) Principles of practice of chiropractic including, but not limited to:
- (A) Chiropractic treatment and adjustment technique, including physiotherapy, nutrition, and dietetics; and
- (B) Physical, laboratory, orthopedic, neurological, and differential examination and diagnosis or analysis; and
- (2) Radiographic technique and interpretation involving all phases of roentgenology as permitted by law.
(c) The board shall consider for approval the application of any continuing education program which conforms to the above criteria.
(d) Postgraduate programs at chiropractic colleges recognized by or actively pursuing recognition by the CCE may also be considered for approval provided the course content meets the above criteria. Continuing education programs not conforming to the above stated criteria, shall be considered on an individual basis.
(e) A continuing education program may not be repeated for credit during the same biennial relicensing period.
(f) Continuing education credit shall be given for whole hours only, with a minimum of fifty minutes constituting one class hour. No credit for continuing education shall be allowed for time expended for study outside of the classroom. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; am and comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §442-11)§16-76-40 Deficiency in continuing education hours. A license shall not be renewed if the continuing education requirements have not been met in accordance with sections 16-76-37, 16-76-38, and 16-76-39. A license not renewed on or before December 31 shall be considered forfeited on January 31. The forfeited license may be restored on or before January 1 of the following odd-numbered year upon written application, submission of proof of compliance with the continuing education requirements in sections 16-76-37, 16-76-38, and 16-76-39, and payment of all required fees. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §442-11)
§16-76-41 Requirements for approved programs.
(a) Sponsors seeking the board’s approval for continuing educational seminars for license renewal in this State shall provide the board with a program sponsor agreement for continuing education and all documentary information required by the board, and an application fee as required by chapter 16-53, forty-five days prior to the date of the seminar.
(b) If a program meets the criteria of the board, the sponsor shall be so notified that approval has been granted. An index number of approval shall be provided at that time.
(c) Any board member, or board designee shall have the right to inspect or audit any approved chiropractic course in progress.
(d) Each director or person in charge of an approved program in continuing education shall maintain a record of the persons completing the course for a period of two years thereafter. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §442-11)§16-76-42 Certification of attendance.
(a) Upon completion of an approved program, the sponsor shall issue written evidence of attendance to each attendee. This certificate of attendance shall include the following information:
- (1) Name of attendee;
- (2) Name of sponsor;
- (3) Name of program;
- (4) Index number of board approval;
- (5) Date of program;
- (6) Hours of attendance; and
- (7) Signature of program director or person in charge.
(b) Each director or person in charge of an approved course in continuing education shall be responsible for maintaining full-time monitoring of the seminar attendance. If absence from the room exceeds ten minutes during any one hour period, credit for that hour shall be forfeited. Failure to maintain proper monitoring procedures, as prescribed, may be grounds for withdrawal of program approval or future consideration for program approval. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §442-11)
§16-76-43 Duration of approval. The approval by the board for each program shall expire at the conclusion of each program. The approval may be withdrawn by the board at any time for good cause. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; comp 9/22/01] (Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §442-11)
§16-76-44 Exceptions. The board may renew a license to practice to any licensee who has not fully complied with the continuing education requirements in cases where failure by the applicant to fulfill the requirements has been caused by reason of:
- (1) Health, as certified by a licensed doctor;
- (2) Military service on extended active duty with the armed forces of the United States; or
- (3) Other good and valid causes, as determined and approved by the board. [Eff and comp 6/28/85; am and comp 6/1/89; comp 9/22/01](Auth: HRS §442-5) (Imp: HRS §442-11)
