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Free MATE Act CME

Complete your one-time, 8-hour DEA training requirement with our free, self-paced courses on substance use disorders and opioid management.

All courses count for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

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8 Hours of CME

Satisfy your DEA MATE Act requirement today — 100% online, self-paced, and at no cost.

✓ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ • ✓ ACCME Accredited • ✓ Certificate Included

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Included Courses

3.00 Hours CME

Hidden Threats: Understanding Fentanyl Misuse and Toxicity

Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid used for anesthesia and analgesia. The use of fentanyl and fentanyl analogs has increased significantly in the past ten years due to the influx of illegal forms o...

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3.00 Hours CME

Opioid Crisis: The Use of Opioid Antagonists in Preventing Opioid Overdose-Related Deaths

Opioid-related overdose deaths make up three-fourths of all overdose deaths in the United States. In order to reduce the number of deaths, efforts must be made to save patients who overdose on opioids...

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2.00 Hours CME

Pain Management with Opioids and Controlled Substances: Potential Misuse and Alternative Treatment Options

Prescription opioids and other controlled substances are used to treat moderate to severe pain. Individuals taking opioids over a long period of time can also develop cravings. Although most people wh...

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What is the MATE Act?

Understanding your DEA training requirement

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Effective June 27, 2023

The Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act requires DEA-registered practitioners to complete 8 hours of training on substance use disorders.

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One-Time Requirement

This is a one-time training requirement. Once completed, you won't need to repeat it for future DEA renewals.

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Simple Attestation

When renewing your DEA registration, simply check a box on your application affirming you've completed the training.

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Flexible Completion

Training can be completed in any combination across multiple sessions. No need to finish all 8 hours at once.

Why Choose RxCE?

✓ AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
✓ No Tests Required
✓ Over 20 Years Experience Providing Online CE
✓ Learn at Your Own Pace / On-Demand
✓ Mobile Friendly / Access Anywhere
✓ Jointly Accredited Provider
Jointly Accredited Provider - Interprofessional Continuing Education

In support of improving patient care, RxCE.com is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

How It Works

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Create Free Account

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Complete Courses

Complete the 3 courses at your own pace on any device

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Get Your Certificate

Download your CME certificate instantly upon completion

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Meets DEA MATE Act Requirements

These courses satisfy the DEA's 8-hour training requirement on treating and managing patients with opioid and substance use disorders. RxCE.com is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), an approved training provider under the MATE Act. Keep your certificates for your records — no documentation is required to be submitted to the DEA. Simply check the attestation box on your next DEA registration or renewal.

Frequently Asked Questions

We will not share your information with any outside organization.

The deadline is the date of your next DEA registration submission — whether it's an initial application or renewal. Since DEA registrations are valid for 3 years, you have until your next registration date to complete the requirement. We recommend completing it early so you're ready when renewal time comes.

Yes! Any relevant training you've completed prior to the MATE Act can count toward your 8 hours. This includes previous DATA-2000 waiver training for buprenorphine prescribing and other CME courses on substance use disorders. You can combine past training with these courses to meet the full requirement.

Physicians who are board certified in addiction medicine or addiction psychiatry by ABMS, ABAM, or AOA are automatically deemed compliant with the MATE Act training requirement. No additional training is needed — simply check the attestation box on your DEA form.

No, you do not need to submit any documentation to the DEA. When completing your DEA registration, you simply check a box attesting that you've completed the required training. However, we strongly recommend keeping your CME certificates for your own records in case of future audits or verification requests.

Absolutely! You can complete the 8 hours of training across multiple sessions at your convenience. Our courses are self-paced and save your progress automatically. Complete one course today and finish the rest whenever your schedule allows.

No tests are required for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Simply complete the course content and your certificate will be available immediately. Focus on learning without the stress of exams.

Ready to Complete Your Requirement?

Join thousands of physicians and PAs who have already completed their MATE Act training with RxCE.

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In support of improving patient care, RxCE.com is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

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