Veterinary Continuing Education
Arizona Veterinary CE Requirements
Continuing education requirements for veterinarians licensed in Arizona, with the rule sources and board link.
Re-verification pending · last reviewed February 18, 2026. This page is informational only and is dated per jurisdiction. Requirements change. Verify every requirement with your own licensing board before you rely on it.
Veterinarians
- Total required CE
- 20 hours · 2 years
- Renewal frequency
- Every 2 years
- Next renewal date
- Renewal date: check with your board
- Online CE allowed
- 20 hours · ALL CE may be obtained online as long as it is interactive. Non-interactive self-study (tapes, CDs, reading) capped at 5 hours. Interactive online programs receive full credit.
- Additional information
- Interactive requirement for online CE. Max 5 hrs self-study (tapes/CDs/reading). Max 2 hrs practice management. 3 hrs opioid/SUD CE required only for DEA-registered vets.
- Rule reference
- Ariz. Admin. Code R3-11-401; ARS § 32-3248.01
Required Subjects
| Topic | Hours | Frequency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opioid/Substance Use Disorder | per biennial cycle (DEA registrants only) | ARS § 32-3248.01 |
Delivery Limits
| Format | Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Live interactive | Unlimited | Interactive programs, including interactive internet programs R3-11-401(A)(5) |
| Non interactive online | Unlimited (must be interactive) | Online CE must be interactive to receive full credit AZ Vet Board website |
| Self study | Max 5 hours | Tapes, CDs, reading articles R3-11-401(A)(4) |
| Non scientific | Max 2 hours | Practice management R3-11-401(A)(1) |
Veterinary Technicians
Technician CE requirements are set separately and are not listed here. For current technician requirements, check with your board.
Sources
- R3-11-401(A): "a licensee shall complete 20 credit hours of Board-approved continuing education"
- ARS § 32-3248.01: "at least 3 hours of opioid, substance use disorder or addiction-related continuing education each license renewal cycle" — ONLY for vets with DEA registration
- R3-11-401(A): "during the two-year period preceding license expiration"
Licensing Board
Earn CE with Vet On It
RACE Approved Provider #50-29055. Courses are offered as Live Online Interactive Webinars and on demand. Confirm with your board which formats and how many hours count toward your renewal.
This page is informational only and is dated per jurisdiction. Requirements change. Verify every requirement with your own licensing board before you rely on it.