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Arizona Veterinarian CE Hub
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What are the Arizona veterinarian CE requirements?

  • Arizona veterinarians must obtain 20 hours of CE every two years. See Rule R3-11-401 to 402 for board-approved CE parameters. 

  • December 31, 2026 is the next license renewal deadline in Arizona.

  • All 20 hours can be obtained via live or self study online. Self study CE must have a post-course assessment to qualify.

  • Of the 20 CE hours, at least 18 must be in scientific topics related to veterinary medicine.

  • No more than 2 CE hours can be in topics related to practice management. 

  • 3 CE hours must be in opioid-related, substance use disorder-related, or addiction-related topics for all veterinarians that are authorized to dispense controlled substances AND who have a valid DEA registration number.


Fulfill your Arizona CE requirement with Opioid 411

Arizona veterinarians who are authorized to dispense controlled substances and who have a valid DEA registration number are required to take 3 CE hours in opioid-related, substance use disorder-related, or addiction-related topics.

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CE Hour Requirements for Arizona Veterinarians

Arizona veterinarians are required to obtain 20 hours of CE every two years. All 20 hours can be obtained via live (interactive) online and a maximum of 5 hours can be obtained via self study (non-interactive) online.

CE Course Parameters for Arizona Veterinarians

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

Did you know that you can complete all 20 of your required CE hours via live or self study online Just remember, self study CE must have a post-course assessment to qualify. 

At least 18 of your 20 hours must be in scientific topics related to veterinary medicine. And you can't take any more than 2 hours in topics related to practice management. 

Don't forget that if you are authorized to dispense controlled substances AND have a valid DEA registration number, you also have to take 3 hours of CE in opioid-related, substance use disorder-related, or addiction-related topics.

We've researched the Arizona 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 Arizona 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.

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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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