Illinois Veterinarian CE Hub

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What are the Illinois veterinarian CE requirements?

Illinois veterinarians must obtain 40 hours of CE every two years. See Administrative Code Section 1500.025 for board-approved CE parameters.
January 31, 2027 is the next license renewal deadline in Illinois.
All 40 hours can be obtained online.
All 40 CE hours must be relevant to veterinary medicine and surgery practice.
You might have to complete sexual harassment prevention training in Illinois. Check your employment status here to see if you must receive this type of training.
Opioid Mandate: 3 CE hours must be on the topic of safe opioid prescribing practices for every veterinarian who is licensed to prescribe controlled substances per 720 ILCS 570/315.5.

Meet your Illinois CE requirement with Opioid 411

Illinois veterinarians who prescribe controlled substances must take 3 CE hours on safe opioid prescribing practices.

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drip.vet Opioid 411 in 2023 (3-Hour) Self Study

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Track Your CE with the Free Illinois CE Planner

Use this planner to keep a personal record of your CE. You will be asked to certify on your license renewal application that you have met the Illinois CE requirements. CE records should be kept for four years. The Illinois Division of Professional Regulation might ask you to provide additional evidence demonstrating compliance with the CE regulations.

Illinois Veterinary CE Planner

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CE Hour Requirements for Illinois Veterinarians

Illinois veterinarians are required to obtain 40 hours of CE every two years. All 40 hours can be obtained online.

CE Course Parameters for Illinois Veterinarians

Remember that when completing your required CE, there are a few things to be aware of.

Aside from being relevant to the veterinary medicine and surgery practice, there are no limitations on CE topics.

Illinois is ahead of the game! Other states have set limits or parameters for online CE but Illinois allows veterinarians to complete all CE hours online in any mix of live (interactive) or self study (non-interactive) formats. This is a great opportunity for you to pick the CE that best meets your needs as a busy practitioner and complete it on your schedule!

Don't forget that for every renewal, you have to take 3 hours of CE regarding safe opioid prescribing practices for veterinarians who are licensed to prescribe controlled substances.

We've researched the Illinois Board's regulations, so you don't have to!

Need to learn something new? Need a refresher on a long-forgotten topic? We've got Illinois veterinarians covered and look forward to meeting your needs!

Meet the drip.vet CE Hub Team

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Lance Roasa, DVM, MS, JD
Co-founder of drip.vet, a part of the VIN Family

Dr. Lance Roasa is an active figure in both the veterinary and legal professions. He is the past-president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMLA) and has owned and managed more than ten veterinary clinics. As a national co-advisor to the Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA), Dr. Roasa advises on personal financial literacy and career development. He also guest lectures at fifteen veterinary colleges, covering topics such as legal matters, medical recordkeeping, and business management. Before co-founding drip.vet, a part of the VIN Family, Dr. Roasa led the Roasa Law Group, a law practice dedicated to serving veterinarians in practice transactions and employment contacts. He earned a veterinary degree from Texas A&M in 2008 and later obtained his law degree from the University of Nebraska in 2013.

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Drew Olson, DVM
Co-founder of drip.vet, a part of the VIN Family

Dr. Drew Olson is an experienced veterinarian and entrepreneur whose knack for business led to the successful growth and management of several veterinary practices. Originally from Papillion, Nebraska, Dr. Olson received his veterinary degree from Iowa State University before returning to his home state, where he practiced small animal medicine and surgery. As co-founder of drip.vet, a part of the VIN Family, Dr. Olson spearheaded the adoption of drip teaching methodology, recognizing its potential to improve the effectiveness of financial education for veterinary professionals.

Steve Kellner
College Teaching Director

Mr. Kellner is the Director of the drip.vet, a part of the VIN Family College Teaching Program. An integral part of the team, Mr. Kellner has participated in the development and creation of College of Veterinary Medicine courses for more than eighteen years. He works closely with Dr. Roasa and universities to develop course materials and facilitate their delivery.

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