Veterinary Technicians · Oregon · Continuing education
Oregon Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- CVT15 hours every 2 years; renewal in even-numbered years.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Oregon CVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 15hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Set date, even yrs
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- In even-numbered years
- Accepted credit
- Board- or AAVSB RACE-approved scientific workshops/seminars; programs of AVMA/CVMA and their specialty groups, regional conferences (e.g. WVC, Central Veterinary Conference), state/provincial/local VMAs, AAHA, AVMA-accredited US/Canadian vet schools, veterinary academies; approved journals (limited); all hours may be online
- Audits & records
- Keep proof of participation at least two years; Board may inspect CE records.
Good to know. Certified veterinary technicians: 15 h every two years, reported with even-year renewals; may all be online. Max 2 h journal reading, 3 h non-scientific (incl. OVMEB public meeting attendance).
Source: www.oregon.gov · OAR 875-010-0090 (amended eff. 12/31/2025) · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Conferences in Oregon
05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in Oregon?
Board- or AAVSB RACE-approved scientific workshops/seminars; programs of AVMA/CVMA and their specialty groups, regional conferences (e.g. WVC, Central Veterinary Conference), state/provincial/local VMAs, AAHA, AVMA-accredited US/Canadian vet schools, veterinary academies; approved journals (limited); all hours may be online.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in Oregon?
15 hours every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in Oregon?
Licenses renew in even-numbered years (2 years cycle).