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Alabama Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)

01 In short

  • DVM20 credit hours every year; renewal by December 31.

Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026

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03 Requirements

Alabama DVM CE requirements at a glance

CE required
20credit hours
Renewal cycle
1 year
Deadline
Dec 31
Reporting
Attestation
Renewal deadline
By December 31
Accepted credit
Board-approved seminars (e.g. AVMA, AAHA, AAVSB CE Taskforce, state associations, academies, veterinary schools); online only via RACE-approved courses; min. 16 h scientific, max. 4 h practice management
Renewal fee
$200
New licensees
New graduates do not have to comply until the next full calendar year after licensure.
Audits & records
CE audits for practicing veterinarians are done at the time of premises evaluation; keep proof of attendance.

Alternatives & exemptions. At the Board's discretion, non-practicing veterinarians over 70 may be exempted; extensions for sickness or other justifiable reasons on written request before renewal.

Good to know. Licenses expire December 31 every year. Up to 10 of the 20 hours may be earned online, and only through RACE-approved courses. Licensees certify hours on a Board form at annual renewal.

Source: admincode.legislature.state.al.us · Ala. Admin. Code r. 930-X-1-.12; Code of Ala. 1975, §34-29-75 · checked Oct 28, 2026

04 Questions

Which CE courses count for veterinarians in Alabama?

Board-approved seminars (e.g. AVMA, AAHA, AAVSB CE Taskforce, state associations, academies, veterinary schools); online only via RACE-approved courses; min. 16 h scientific, max. 4 h practice management.

How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Alabama?

20 credit hours every year.

How do I verify a veterinarian license in Alabama?

Use the license lookup of the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (asbvme.alabama.gov); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.

When is the renewal deadline for veterinarians in Alabama?

Licenses renew by December 31 (1 year cycle).

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