Can a licensee roll over excess continuing education hours to the next renewal period?

The correct answer is that hours cannot be rolled over. This policy is in place to ensure that licensees engage in ongoing education each renewal period. Continuing education is designed to keep professionals updated with the latest knowledge and skills relevant to their field and maintaining a standard of competency. If rollovers were permitted, it could lead to individuals taking fewer professional development courses in subsequent periods, which could negatively impact the quality of service provided to clients and the overall safety standards of the industry.

While some professions may allow for a certain percentage of hours to be carried over or have specific provisions for instructors, Mississippi regulations clearly state that excess hours cannot be applied to future renewal periods to promote consistent educational engagement each reporting cycle.