Washington · guide
Continuing education in Washington
Read from Washington Medical Commission. Last verified 2026-09-15.
The sequence
| Step | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Physician | 200 hours every four years. |
| Advanced registered nurse practitioner | 30 hours every two years, plus practice hour requirements. |
What the numbers say
- The Washington physician requirement is 200 hours per four years. The FSMB national table has carried 150 hours, which is wrong.
Source: Washington Medical Commission. Last verified 2026-09-15. Where a national summary and a board disagree, we publish the board.