Veterinary Technicians · Louisiana · Continuing education
Louisiana Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- RVT10 hours every year; renewal by June 30.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Louisiana RVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 10hours
- Renewal cycle
- 1 year
- Deadline
- Jun 30
- Reporting
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- Renewal deadline
- By June 30
- Accepted credit
- Programs accepted by another state veterinary board, a governmental entity and/or AAVSB (RACE); programs of AVMA-accredited veterinary schools and Board-recognized professional associations; others need Board pre-approval at least 14 days before
- Online limit
- 50% of hours
- Carryover
- Not allowed; only hours from the 12-month CE period count.
- Renew online
- lsbvm.org ↗
Alternatives & exemptions. Extension of up to 90 days by petition at least 30 days before the September 30 expiration.
Good to know. Hours earned July 1 - June 30; proof uploaded in the LBVM License Portal by September 30 (certificate expiration). Max 5 h online. Certificates must state the delivery method.
Source: lsbvm.org · LAC 46:LXXXV, Chapter 8 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in Louisiana?
Programs accepted by another state veterinary board, a governmental entity and/or AAVSB (RACE); programs of AVMA-accredited veterinary schools and Board-recognized professional associations; others need Board pre-approval at least 14 days before.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in Louisiana?
10 hours every year.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in Louisiana?
Licenses renew by June 30 (1 year cycle).