Veterinarians · New Jersey · Continuing education
New Jersey Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- DVM20 credit hours every 2 years, including 1 h opioid prescribing & pain management; renewal on the date shown on your license.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
New Jersey DVM CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 20credit hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
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- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Opioid prescribing & pain managementPrescription opioid drugs, incl. risks and signs of opioid abuse, addiction and diversion | 1 | every renewal |
Good to know. 20 credit hours per biennial renewal period: at least 17 in surgery, medicine or dentistry, max 4 in business management, 1 on prescription opioids (since the period beginning June 30, 2019). Licenses renew every two years.
Source: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov · N.J.A.C. 13:44-4.10 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in New Jersey?
20 credit hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a veterinarian license in New Jersey?
Use the license lookup of the New Jersey State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (njconsumeraffairs.gov/vet/Pages/default.aspx); 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 New Jersey?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).