Veterinarians · Washington · Continuing education
Washington Veterinary CE Requirements (2026)
01 In short
- DVM30 hours every 2 years, including 3 h suicide prevention (once), 1 h state laws & rules (jurisprudence) (before the first renewal), 2 h health equity (every 4 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
Washington DVM CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- On license
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- On the date shown on your license
- Accepted credit
- Courses by approved providers (WAC 246-933-460): AAVSB RACE-approved courses, AVMA, AVMA-accredited colleges and recognized specialty organizations, government agencies, veterinary medical associations, AAVLD, USAHA, RAIVE and others; live remote courses with real-time Q&A unlimited
- Online limit
- 33% of hours
- Audits & records
- Board may audit up to 25% of veterinarians after renewal, and for cause.
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Suicide preventionBoard-listed course; by end of first full reporting period after initial licensure | 3 | once |
| State laws & rules (jurisprudence)One-time Board-listed Washington law training before the first license renewal | 1 | before the first renewal |
| Health equityEvery four years (WAC 246-12-800 to 830) | 2 | every 4 years |
Alternatives & exemptions. Becoming board-certified by an AVMA-recognized specialty organization during the reporting period, or full enrollment in an approved residency (max two periods), meets the requirement.
Good to know. 30 h every two years, due on the renewal date: at least 20 h scientific/clinical; max 10 h practice management, 10 h teaching, 10 h preprogrammed (non-interactive) material with an assessment.
Source: app.leg.wa.gov · WAC 246-933-420 to 246-933-460 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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Which CE courses count for veterinarians in Washington?
Courses by approved providers (WAC 246-933-460): AAVSB RACE-approved courses, AVMA, AVMA-accredited colleges and recognized specialty organizations, government agencies, veterinary medical associations, AAVLD, USAHA, RAIVE and others; live remote courses with real-time Q&A unlimited.
How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Washington?
30 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a veterinarian license in Washington?
Use the license lookup of the Washington State Veterinary Board of Governors (Department of Health) (doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/professions-new-renew-or-update/veterinarian); 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 Washington?
Licenses renew on the date shown on your license (2 years cycle).