Veterinary Technicians · Ohio · Continuing education
Ohio Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- RVT10 hours every 2 years; renewal by March 1 in odd-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Ohio RVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 10hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Mar 1, odd yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By March 1 in odd-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- Programs of AVMA, its constituent organizations, recognized specialty groups and accredited veterinary institutions; state veterinary medical or veterinary technician associations; AAVSB RACE-approved programs; other board-approved programs. Online live or recorded allowed beyond the in-person minimum
- Online limit
- 60% of hours
- Carryover
- Not allowed.
- New licensees
- Not required at the initial renewal if the licensee graduated within that biennium.
Good to know. Registered veterinary technicians: 10 h per biennium, min 6 h medical, max 4 h practice management; at least 4 h in person. Registrations expire March 1 of odd-numbered years.
Source: codes.ohio.gov · Ohio Adm. Code 4741-1-11; R.C. 4741.19 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in Ohio?
Programs of AVMA, its constituent organizations, recognized specialty groups and accredited veterinary institutions; state veterinary medical or veterinary technician associations; AAVSB RACE-approved programs; other board-approved programs. Online live or recorded allowed beyond the in-person minimum.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in Ohio?
10 hours every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in Ohio?
Licenses renew by March 1 in odd-numbered years (2 years cycle).