Veterinary Continuing Education
New Jersey Veterinary CE Requirements
Continuing education requirements for veterinarians licensed in New Jersey, 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 · No online/in-person distinction in the regulation. All 20 hours may be completed online. The regulation focuses on content requirements (17 hrs surgery/medicine/dentistry) rather than delivery format.
- Additional information
- 1hr opioid drugs per cycle (since June 2019). 17 hrs must be surgery/medicine/dentistry. Max 4 hrs business management. Max 5 hrs self-assessment from peer-reviewed journals. Up to 2 hrs for pro bono vet care.
- Rule reference
- N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10
Required Subjects
| Topic | Hours | Frequency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prescription Opioid Drugs |
Delivery Limits
| Format | Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Live interactive | Unlimited | No format restrictions in regulation N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(b) |
| Non interactive online | Unlimited | No online cap in regulation N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(d) |
| Self study | Max 5 hours | Self-assessment tests from peer-reviewed journals only N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(d)(5) |
| Non scientific | Max 3 hours (non-clinical) | 17 must be surgery/medicine/dentistry; max 4 business management N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(b)(1)(2) |
Veterinary Technicians
Technician CE requirements are set separately and are not listed here. For current technician requirements, check with your board.
Sources
- N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(b): "complete 20 credit hours of continuing education in the preceding biennial license period"
- N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(b)(3): "(3) one shall be in topics concerning prescription opioid drugs, including the risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction, and diversion"
- N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10(b)(3): "Commencing with the biennial renewal period beginning on June 30, 2019"
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.