Veterinary Technicians · West Virginia · Continuing education
West Virginia Veterinary Technician CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- RVT8 hours every year; renewal by December 31.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
West Virginia RVT CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 8hours
- Renewal cycle
- 1 year
- Deadline
- Dec 31
- Reporting
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- Renewal deadline
- By December 31
- Accepted credit
- WV Board-approved programs: AVMA-accredited colleges, AVMA-recognized national and official state veterinary associations, AAVSB RACE, programs submitted to and approved by the WV Board; webinars count toward the classroom minimum; no credit for audio or journal reading
- Carryover
- Not allowed; hours count only in the calendar year completed.
- New licensees
- New graduates of the current year are exempt until the next reporting period after registration.
- Audits & records
- Hardship extension requests (medical or military emergencies only) due by December 15.
Good to know. Registered veterinary technicians: 8 Board-approved CE hours each calendar year: at least 4 h classroom scientific or webinar programs; max 4 h practice management.
Source: wvbvm.org · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinary technicians in West Virginia?
WV Board-approved programs: AVMA-accredited colleges, AVMA-recognized national and official state veterinary associations, AAVSB RACE, programs submitted to and approved by the WV Board; webinars count toward the classroom minimum; no credit for audio or journal reading.
How many CE hours do veterinary technicians need in West Virginia?
8 hours every year.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinary technicians in West Virginia?
Licenses renew by December 31 (1 year cycle).