Veterinary Technicians · Washington · Continuing education
Washington Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- LVT20 hours every 2 years, including 3 h suicide prevention (once), 1 h state laws & rules (jurisprudence) (before the first renewal), 2 h health equity (every 4 years); renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Washington LVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 20hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Courses by approved providers (WAC 246-935-290): board-approved vet-tech schools, vet-tech associations (incl. WSAVT), NAVTA and NAVTA-recognized VTS academies, plus all providers approved for veterinarians (incl. AAVSB RACE); live remote courses with real-time Q&A unlimited
- Online limit
- 30% of hours
- Audits & records
- Board may audit after renewal; documentation on request.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Suicide preventionBoard-listed course; by end of first full reporting period after initial licensure | 3 | once |
| State laws & rules (jurisprudence)One-time Board-listed Washington law training before the first license renewal | 1 | before the first renewal |
| Health equityEvery four years (WAC 246-12-800 to 830) | 2 | every 4 years |
Good to know. Licensed veterinary technicians: 20 h every two years, due on the renewal date: at least 14 h scientific/clinical; max 6 h practice management, 6 h teaching, 6 h preprogrammed (non-interactive) material with an assessment.
Source: app.leg.wa.gov · WAC 246-935-280 to 246-935-310 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in Washington?
Courses by approved providers (WAC 246-935-290): board-approved vet-tech schools, vet-tech associations (incl. WSAVT), NAVTA and NAVTA-recognized VTS academies, plus all providers approved for veterinarians (incl. AAVSB RACE); live remote courses with real-time Q&A unlimited.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in Washington?
20 hours every 2 years.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in Washington?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).