Illinois optometry license renewal
Optometrists in Illinois are licensed by the IDFPR. Licenses renew every 2 years, by March 31 of even years.
Renews
Every 2 years
Next deadline
March 31, 2028
Continuing education
30 hours
Continuing education
| License | Per renewal |
|---|---|
| Optometrist | 30 hours |
Required topics
- 1 hour of sexual harassment prevention
- Illinois's other required health care courses
Renewal opens 60 days before the deadline.
Check a license
Look up any Illinois license in the state license search and save a dated copy for the employee's file. Agencies with many clinicians can track every renewal date in one roster once the Illinois License Directory roster opens.
Source: IDFPR. Confirm current rules with the board before relying on them.
Common questions
When do Illinois optometrists renew?
Every 2 years, by March 31 of even years. The next deadline is March 31, 2028.
How much continuing education do Illinois optometrists need?
Optometrist: 30 hours.
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