Louisiana Veterinarian & Veterinary Technician CE Requirements
Find the latest Louisiana continuing education (CE) requirements for veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians. Review renewal dates, required CE hours, online CE limits, required subjects and formats, and Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine information.
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Veterinarians
Next Renewal Date: September 30, 2027
Renewal Frequency: Annually
Total Required CE: 20 hours annually
Required Subjects: CE may include Board-approved clinical, alternative, regulatory, practice management, and/or research subject matter. No specific mandatory subject is currently specified.
Allowed Online: Up to 10 of the 20 required hours may be completed online. Louisiana classifies live interactive webinars as online CE. Louisiana accepts qualifying RACE-approved programs, including qualifying RACE-approved ZukuCE courses.
Interactive Required: None specified. At least 10 hours must be completed through in-person contact participation; live interactive webinars are classified as online CE and count toward the 10-hour online limit.
Audit Information: Report CE activity and upload certificates through the LBVM License Portal. Proof of attendance must document the licensee, activity, sponsor, completion date, hours earned, and specific delivery method.
Additional Information: CE for the 2027 renewal must be completed July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027. CE completed after June 30 is late and may result in additional fees or penalties.
Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs)
Next Renewal Date: September 30, 2027
Renewal Frequency: Annually
Total Required CE: 10 hours annually
Required Subjects: CE must meet Louisiana's applicable Board-approved continuing education requirements. No specific mandatory subject is currently specified for RVTs.
Allowed Online: Up to 5 of the 10 required hours may be completed online. Louisiana classifies live interactive webinars as online CE. RACE-approved programs are accepted, including qualifying ZukuCE courses for veterinary technicians.
Interactive Required: None specified. At least 5 hours must be completed through in-person contact participation; live interactive webinars are classified as online CE and count toward the 5-hour online limit.
Audit Information: Report CE activity and upload certificates through the LBVM License Portal. Proof of attendance must document the required CE information, including the specific delivery method.
Additional Information: CE for the 2027 renewal must be completed July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027.
Louisiana State Board of Veterinary Medicine
Website: lsbvm.org
Address: 5825 Florida Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Phone Number: (225) 925-6620