• Michigan Board of Optometry
Welcome to the Michigan Board of Optometry website! Our goal is to provide up-to-date information on various topics related to the practice of optometry in Michigan. We hope you find this information helpful and invite you to check out our website often.

• Optometry 2012 Approved CE Programs 

• Optometry 2012 Board Meetings 

• Public Health Code - Article 15, Part 161 General Provisions

• Optometry 2011 Approved CE Programs 

• Optometry 2010 Approved CE Programs 

• Public Health Code - Optometry Section

• Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPS)

• Optometry 2009 Approved CE Programs 

• Optometry Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes

• Explanation of Continuing Education Requirements

• Optometry CE Requirements 

• Optometry - Controlled Substance License 

• Administrative Rules

• Michigan Board of Optometry Members

• Optometry Exam Information

• How do I verify my Michigan license to another state?

• How long are the Optometrist licenses issued for? Can I renew my license early? How will I know when I need to renew?

• How long will you keep my licensure application on file?

• How can I change my name or address?

• I need to verify whether someone has a license. How can I do that?

• What happens if my license or registration expires?

• The application asks for the state(s) I have been licensed in and asks for the basis of licensure. What does that mean? What if I'm licensed in more than one state? Do you need verification from all states I have ever held a license in?

• If I have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor, will this stop me from obtaining a Michigan license?

• How long does it take for your office to receive my correspondence?

• Is everything in my file complete? How can I find out what is missing?

• What is the purpose of the different types of applications?

• How long does it take to process my application?

• I work in more than one location. How can I have my license on display in all of my work areas?

• I know that I have to do continuing education to renew my license. Since this is my first initial license and it's not for a full licensing period, do I need to complete CE's for my first renewal?

• Do I need a controlled substance license for every location in which I practice?

• Do I have to renew my controlled substance (CS) license if I am not currently living in Michigan and my professional license is active? Can I renew the CS license later if I move back to Michigan?

• Can you give me information on my DEA license or how to get a DEA license?

• Can I submit the renewal application for my controlled substance license before submitting the renewal for my professional license?

• My renewal date is coming up soon. I know that the license/registration will be valid until the expiration date after I renew. Since I will be moving next year, I only want to renew it for 1 year. Can I do that?

• Can I use any additional hours I earned over the required hours for the next renewal period?

• How long do I need to keep my continuing education certificates?

• Do I need to submit proof of my continuing education?

• Do I need to complete continuing education to renew my license?

• What if I don't earn enough continuing education credits?

• How To File A Complaint

• Volunteer Licensure Application Packet for Retired Dentists, Optometrists, Physicians and Podiatrists 

• Suspended/Revoked License Reinstatement Application Packet 

• Disciplinary Limited License Reclassification Application Packet 

• Optometry Relicensure Application Packet 

• Optometry Application Packet 

• Optometry CE Program Sponsor Application 

• RENEWAL-License Renewal Information

• Data Change/Duplicate License Request Form