ODS Credential Maintenance Options

Extension
If you were unable to complete the required 20 CEs credits, the 8 CEIP credits, or the 4 Category A credits for the cycle in which they are due, you may request an extension. This will allow deficient hours from one cycle to be obtained in the next two-year cycle period or 4-year CEIP. Four (4) Category A CE credits must be completed before extension is granted.

Request an extension.

Medical Disability Release
In cases where medical disabilities limit participation in continuing education (CE) activities, individuals who are unable to complete the required 20 CEs for their CE Cycle may submit a request to NCRA for a release from the ODS credential maintenance requirements. If a medical disability limits your participation in CE activities and prevents you from complete the required 8 CEIP credits, you may request an exemption from NCRA for those particular ODS credential maintenance requirements. Request forms must be signed by a healthcare professional. This release is valid only for the duration of your disability and applies solely to situations involving the affected individual - not family members.

To request a medical disability release for your CE Cycle, complete this form.

To request a medical disability release for your CEIP Cycle, complete this form.

Retirement
If you seek to discontinue utilizing your ODS credential, then request a ODS credential retirement. This will grant you a permanent release of the CE submission requirements of submitting 20 CEs every two years AND paying the annual recertification fee.