License renewal · WA
Washington veterinary
CE requirements.
Washington veterinarians need 30 hours every 2 years to renew.
Veterinarians
30hours
every 2 years
Your renewal at a glance
Pace it, don’t cram it.
Veterinarians
30hours
Veterinary technicians
Not confirmed from an official source yet. Check with the board or your state technician association.
What counts in Washington.
Veterinarians
Documented every two years. The first period began January 1, 2019.
Exemptions, prorated first-renewal hours, and approved-provider rules can apply. Keep your certificates in case of an audit.
How Washington compares.
At about 15 hours a year, Washington sits right at the middle of all states (15 hours a year). Totals are converted to a per-year pace so different cycles compare fairly.
Free CE to get started
Chip away at your 30 hours.
Many boards accept RACE-approved CE, but some states limit online and self-study hours. Confirm a course counts in Washington before relying on it.
Washington CE,
answered.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Washington?
Washington veterinarians need 30 hours every 2 years to renew their license (about 15 per year). Documented every two years. The first period began January 1, 2019. Source: WAC 246-933-420.
How many CE hours do vet techs need in Washington?
We could not confirm a technician CE requirement for Washington from an official source. Check with the state board or your technician association before you renew.
Can Washington veterinarians complete CE online?
The sources we reviewed for Washington do not state a general limit on online hours. Confirm format rules and approved providers with the board before relying on online courses.