This continuing education requirement has no relevance to my job function and will cost me time and money to complete.  Spending the time and money to finish an advanced degree and pass the initial exam was draining in itself.  I am continuously sharpening my engineering skills at work in a controlled environment where the public is not at risk.  If unrelated seminars or classes become enough of a burden, I will not renew my license, as it is not completely essential to my chosen career path.  The point is, in trying to earn more money through continuing education, the government may actually lose money when a large number of renewals are not exercised.  It is in my opinion that continuing education is best left optional or required for very specific tasks where the public is directly put at risk.