Veterinarians · Delaware · Continuing education
Delaware Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- DVM24 hours every 2 years; renewal by July 31.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Delaware DVM CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 24hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Jul 31
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By July 31
- Accepted credit
- AVMA; AVMA-accredited schools; federal/state/county veterinary associations and USDA; Compendium on Continuing Education for the Practicing Veterinarian, NOAH, VIN; RACE courses; other courses approved by the Board
- New licensees
- Prorated: under 6 months licensed - none; 6-12 months - 6 h; 12-24 months - 12 h.
- Audits & records
- Random audits; keep a CE log and attendance proof; CE entered in the DELPROS CE tracker.
- Renew online
- delpros.delaware.gov ↗
Alternatives & exemptions. Written extension or exemption request (illness, absence, hardship) at least 60 days before expiration.
Good to know. Board renewal page: licenses expire July 31 of even years; Rule 9.1 says biennially in odd years - year parity unclear, confirm with the Board. No online limit stated.
Source: dpr.delaware.gov · 24 Del. Admin. Code 3300-10.0 · checked Oct 28, 2026
04 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinarians in Delaware?
AVMA; AVMA-accredited schools; federal/state/county veterinary associations and USDA; Compendium on Continuing Education for the Practicing Veterinarian, NOAH, VIN; RACE courses; other courses approved by the Board.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Delaware?
24 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a veterinarian license in Delaware?
Use the license lookup of the Delaware Board of Veterinary Medicine (dpr.delaware.gov/boards/veterinarymedicine); 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 Delaware?
Licenses renew by July 31 (2 years cycle).