Veterinarians · Illinois · Continuing education
Illinois Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- DVM40 hours every 2 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
Illinois DVM CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 40hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Programs given or approved by approved veterinary programs, AVMA and constituents, ISVMA or other state/provincial VMAs, AAHA, AAVSB RACE, veterinary specialty organizations, USDA (incl. USDA Recertification Course); self-study from approved providers allowed
- New licensees
- No CE required for the first renewal.
- Audits & records
- Division may require evidence; keep CE records 4 years.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual harassment prevention | — | every renewal |
Alternatives & exemptions. Waiver for good cause (military service, incapacitating illness, undue hardship); CE used for another state may count if consistent.
Good to know. Prerenewal period = 24 months before license expiration. 1 hour = 50-60 min. Sexual harassment prevention training required before each renewal (20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.5; hours set by Department rule). Out-of-state non-approved programs need prior approval ($25).
Source: www.ilga.gov · 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1500.25; 20 ILCS 2105/2105-15.5 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinarians in Illinois?
Programs given or approved by approved veterinary programs, AVMA and constituents, ISVMA or other state/provincial VMAs, AAHA, AAVSB RACE, veterinary specialty organizations, USDA (incl. USDA Recertification Course); self-study from approved providers allowed.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Illinois?
40 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a veterinarian license in Illinois?
Use the license lookup of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (Veterinary Licensing and Disciplinary Board) (idfpr.illinois.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 Illinois?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).