Veterinary Technicians · Illinois · Continuing education
Illinois Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- CVT15 hours every 2 years; renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Illinois CVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 15hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Programs given by approved veterinary or CVT programs, AVMA CVTEA, ISVMA or other state/provincial VMAs, AAHA, AAVSB RACE, veterinary specialty organizations, USDA; self-study from approved providers allowed
- New licensees
- No CE required for the first renewal after the certificate is issued.
- Audits & records
- Division may require evidence; keep CE records 4 years.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual harassment prevention | — | every renewal |
Alternatives & exemptions. Waiver for good cause; CE used for another state may count.
Good to know. Prerenewal period = 24 months before certificate expiration. Sexual harassment prevention training required before each renewal (20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.5).
Source: www.ilga.gov · 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1505.55; 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.5 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in Illinois?
Programs given by approved veterinary or CVT programs, AVMA CVTEA, ISVMA or other state/provincial VMAs, AAHA, AAVSB RACE, veterinary specialty organizations, USDA; self-study from approved providers allowed.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in Illinois?
15 hours every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in Illinois?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).