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CE Requirements: Veterinarians

Veterinarians are required to complete 40 hours of continuing education in the area of veterinary medicine for biennial license renewal on October 15 of each odd-numbered year. The next renewal date is OCTOBER 15, 2027.

You may find a copy of the continuing education rules at 888 IAC 1.1-10

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many CE hours do I need to renew my veterinary license?
    • You must complete 40 hours of CE in veterinary medicine every two years. CE must be finished by October 15 of each odd‑numbered year.
  • Do I need CE for my first renewal after initial licensure?
    • No. CE is not required for your first renewal.
  • Can I carry CE hours over to the next renewal period?
    • No. CE hours cannot be carried over. All hours must be earned within the current biennial renewal cycle.
  • Can I earn CE credit as an instructor or speaker?
    • Yes. You may claim actual presentation time, plus up to 2 hours of preparation time per 1 hour of presentation. Repeat presentations of the same material do not earn additional credit.
  • Can I get CE credit for writing articles or books?
    • Yes. You may claim up to 5 CE hours for time spent writing or researching a peer‑reviewed article or book on a qualified veterinary topic.
  • Does enrollment in a veterinary degree or specialty training program count as CE?
    • Yes. You automatically meet CE requirements if you were actively enrolled in an AVMA COE‑accredited veterinary degree program or a residency, fellowship, or experiential program recognized by AVMA ABVS.
  • Can CE taken for another state count toward Indiana’s requirements?
    • Yes. CE used to satisfy another state’s renewal requirements may also count for Indiana.
  • How do I report my CE at renewal?
    • You will certify completion of your CE during the renewal process.
  • How long must I keep my CE records?
    • You must retain CE documentation for three years after the end of the renewal period.
  • Is CE credit available for internships?
    • Yes. Applicants must submit the board’s internship CE application.
  • What are the CE requirements for veterinarian internships?
    • The internship must include:
      • A structured curriculum with objectives and regular competency assessments
      • A didactic component (teaching rounds, seminars, journal clubs, etc.)
      • Robust clinical experience (rounds, emergency care, primary case care) under supervision
      • Elective rotations tailored to the intern’s goals
  • Are online or asynchronous CE programs accepted?
    • Yes. CE hours are accepted regardless of delivery method or ability to interact with the presenter.
  • What happens if I fail to comply with CE requirements?
    • You may face sanctions under IC 25‑1‑4.
  • Can CE completed after being audited count toward my next renewal?
    • No. CE completed to fix an audit deficiency cannot be used for the next renewal period.
  • Can I request a hardship waiver?
    • Yes. The board may grant waivers according to IC 25‑1‑4‑4.