Veterinary Technicians · Maryland · Continuing education
Maryland Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- RVT24 credit hours every 3 years; renewal by June 30.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Maryland RVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 24credit hours
- Renewal cycle
- 3 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30
- Accepted credit
- AVMA-approved veterinary or veterinary technology college programs; AVMA meetings and courses; local, state, regional or national CE courses; online courses
- Online limit
- 100% of hours
- Carryover
- Hours earned in the prior 36-month period (within 72 months) may count as unused credit hours.
- Audits & records
- Keep attendance records; Board may request verification.
Alternatives & exemptions. Conditional renewal for exigent circumstances or with a completion plan.
Good to know. Registration renewed every 3 years by June 30 with proof of compliance.
Source: regs.maryland.gov · COMAR 15.14.16 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in Maryland?
AVMA-approved veterinary or veterinary technology college programs; AVMA meetings and courses; local, state, regional or national CE courses; online courses.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in Maryland?
24 credit hours every 3 years.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in Maryland?
Licenses renew by June 30 (3 years cycle).