If a licensee fails to complete required CE, what is a likely consequence?

• A. Automatic promotion to a higher license status.
• B. No consequence.
• C. License suspension or other disciplinary action.
• D. Immediate refund of licensing fees.

Answer: (C)

Continuing education is needed to keep a license active and ensure professionals stay up to date with changes in the field. When a licensee fails to complete the required CE, the licensing authority will typically take action to enforce the rule. The most common outcome is license suspension or another disciplinary measure (such as probation or a monetary penalty) until the CE requirements are met, after which the license can be reinstated. This protects the public by ensuring ongoing competence. Automatic promotion is not a result of CE failure, and there is indeed a consequence; refunds of licensing fees are not the remedy for missing CE.