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DC · South AtlanticDistrict of Columbia veterinary CE requirements
Veterinarians: 36 hours every 2 years. Last verified 2026-10-15. DC Board of Veterinary Medicine (DC Health) has the final word.
Partly verified
District of Columbia CE requirements for veterinarians (DVM)
| Hours required | 36 hours every 2 years |
|---|---|
| Deadline / reporting period | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
| Online and self-study limits | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
| Live / in-person requirement | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
| Mandatory or capped topics | 3.6 public health; 2 LGBTQ cultural competency |
| Accepted providers | RACE, AVMA-accredited colleges, AVMA, DCVMA, DC Academy of Vet Medicine, Board |
| Carryover | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
| Records and audits | Keep documentation 5 years |
| First renewal | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
Recent changes: Vet tech registration began 2025-10-01; one-time move to birth-month renewal (50% CE for licensees with <2-year term)
District of Columbia vet tech CE requirements (vet tech)
| Credential | Veterinary technician registration (DC began licensing techs effective Oct 1, 2025) |
|---|---|
| Hours required | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
| Caps and notes | Not verified yet. Check with the state board. |
Where to get CE in District of Columbia
We aren't tracking an in-state conference for District of Columbia yet. We're adding state VMA meetings weekly.
Nearby (South Atlantic)
Tampa
NationalLabs
National Harbor
National
Online options
Free veterinary CE: 55 live webinars plus on-demand catalogs, all with RACE status shown. District of Columbia's online limit isn't verified yet. Want CE with a trip attached? See CE vacations or all conferences.
District of Columbia veterinary CE FAQ
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia requires 36 hours every 2 years for veterinarians (DVM).
Can District of Columbia veterinary CE be done online?
We haven't verified this from District of Columbia's official text yet. Check with the DC Board of Veterinary Medicine (DC Health).
How many CE hours do vet techs need in District of Columbia?
Veterinary technician registration (DC began licensing techs effective Oct 1, 2025). Hours are not verified from state text yet.
Can extra CE hours carry over in District of Columbia?
We haven't verified this from District of Columbia's official text yet. Check with the DC Board of Veterinary Medicine (DC Health).
Does District of Columbia accept RACE-approved CE?
Yes. The AAVSB lists District of Columbia as accepting RACE-approved programs. Online or self-study caps still apply.
Official sources
- DC Board of Veterinary Medicine (DC Health)
- https://dchealth.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/doh/service_content/attachments/DCH_Board%20of%20Veterinary%20Medicine%20Newletter_r2.pdf
- https://doh.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/doh/publication/attachments/Veterinarian_DC_Municipal_Regulations_For_Veterinarians.pdf
Last verified 2026-10-15. Plain-English summary, not legal advice. Spot an error? Tell us.
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