Veterinary Technicians · New York · Continuing education
New York Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- LVT24 hours every 3 years, including 2 h controlled substances prescribing; renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
New York LVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 24hours
- Renewal cycle
- 3 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Formal programs offered by sponsors approved by the NYS Education Department (state/national veterinary associations and affiliates, recognized veterinary conferences, veterinary colleges); courses from sponsors in other jurisdictions count if the sponsor is NY-approved
- Online limit
- 50% of hours
- Renewal fee
- $80
- New licensees
- Exempt for the triennial registration period in which first licensed; registration periods shorter than 3 years are prorated.
- Audits & records
- Keep CE records at least 6 years; the Department audits. Missing CE → possible one-year conditional registration.
- Renew online
- www.op.nysed.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled substances prescribingUse, misuse, documentation, safeguarding and prescribing of controlled substances | 2 | every renewal |
Alternatives & exemptions. Full-time faculty of a registered/accredited veterinary education program are exempt; inactive status exempts while not practicing.
Good to know. Licensed veterinary technicians: 24 hours per 3-year registration period, max 12 self-instructional. Plus a $45 mandatory CE fee per registration period (fee shown is the triennial registration fee).
Source: www.op.nysed.gov · N.Y. Education Law §6711-b; 8 NYCRR §62.8 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in New York?
Formal programs offered by sponsors approved by the NYS Education Department (state/national veterinary associations and affiliates, recognized veterinary conferences, veterinary colleges); courses from sponsors in other jurisdictions count if the sponsor is NY-approved.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in New York?
24 hours every 3 years.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in New York?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (3 years cycle).