Veterinarians · South Carolina · Continuing education
South Carolina Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- DVM30 hours every 2 years, including 2 h controlled substances prescribing; renewal on the date shown on your license, reported through CE Broker.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
South Carolina DVM CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- CE Broker
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Programs of AVMA, AAHA, NAVTA, Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, AAVSB RACE (RACEtrack hours transfer to CE Broker), state veterinary medical and vet-tech associations, AVMA/NAVTA-recognized specialty organizations, or other Board-approved programs
- Online limit
- 33% of hours
- New licensees
- CE is waived for the first year of licensure.
- Audits & records
- CE Broker is the Board's official CE tracking system. Keep attendance records at least 3 years before renewal.
- Renew online
- eservice.llr.sc.gov ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled substances prescribingVeterinarians authorized to prescribe controlled substances: prescribing and monitoring Schedule II–IV drugs | 2 | every renewal |
Good to know. 30 h per biennial renewal: at least 22 h medical/surgical; at least 20 h live in person or live digital interactive, max 10 h prerecorded or written.
Source: llr.sc.gov · S.C. Code Regs. 120-6 (amended eff. May 23, 2025); S.C. Code §40-69-255 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for veterinarians in South Carolina?
Programs of AVMA, AAHA, NAVTA, Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, AAVSB RACE (RACEtrack hours transfer to CE Broker), state veterinary medical and vet-tech associations, AVMA/NAVTA-recognized specialty organizations, or other Board-approved programs.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in South Carolina?
30 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a veterinarian license in South Carolina?
Use the license lookup of the South Carolina Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (LLR) (llr.sc.gov/vet); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal through CE Broker.
When is the renewal deadline for veterinarians in South Carolina?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).