Click below to listen to a summary of the Delaware CE requirements for veterinarians.

Delaware Veterinarians CE Hub
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What are the Delaware veterinarian CE requirements?

  • Delaware veterinarians must obtain 24 hours of CE every two years. See Section 10.0 of the Board's Rules & Regulations (pages 7-8) for board-approved CE parameters. 

  • July 31, 2026 is the next license renewal deadline in Delaware.

  • All 24 hours can be obtained online.

  • All 24 CE hours must be directed toward the improvement, advancement, and extension of professional skill and knowledge relating to the practice of veterinary medicine.

  • All practitioners who are APPLYING for the first time for a Delaware controlled substance registration (CSR) must complete a mandatory one-time, one-hour, two-part course about safe prescribing and distributing of controlled substances, treatment of pain, and recognizing and treating opioid use disorder. The Division of Professional Regulation Office of Controlled Substances' mandatory course can be found here - Part 1 and Part 2.

  • Controlled Substances Mandate: Delaware veterinarians with active Controlled Substances Registrations, upon renewal every two years, are asked to attest to completing two hours of CE in the areas of controlled substance prescribing practices, treatment of chronic pain, or other topics related to prescribing controlled substances. Click here for details.

  • You might have to complete sexual harassment prevention training in Delaware. Click here to see if your employment status requires this type of training.

Meet your Delaware CE requirement with Opioid 411

Delaware veterinarians with active Controlled Substance Registrations, upon renewal every two years, are asked to attest to completing TWO hours of CE in the areas of controlled substance prescribing practices, treatment of chronic pain, or other topics related to prescribing controlled substances.

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Track Your CE with the Free Delaware CE Planner

This downloadable CE planner is for personal use only as a record of your CE. The Delaware Board of Veterinary Medicine conducts random CE audits to ensure compliance with license requirements. If you are selected for an audit, you will be asked to enter your CE information in the Delaware Professional Regulation Online Service (click for more information). CE information from your personal record form may be transferred to the state form if you are audited.

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CE Hour Requirements for Delaware Veterinarians

Delaware veterinarians are required to obtain 24 hours of CE every two years. All 24 hours may be obtained online.

CE Course Parameters for Delaware Veterinarians

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

There are no limitations on CE topics aside from them being directed toward the improvement, advancement, and extension of professional skill and knowledge relating to the practice of veterinary medicine.   

Delaware is ahead of the game! Other states have set limits or parameters for online CE but Delaware 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!

Did you know that all practitioners who are APPLYING for the first time for a Delaware controlled substance registration (CSR) must complete a mandatory one-hour, two-part course about the safe prescribing and distributing of controlled substances, treatment of pain, and recognizing and treating opioid use disorder? This one-time mandatory course no longer qualifies as acceptable continuing education. Delaware State Board Mandatory Controlled Substance Registration Webinar: Part 1 | Part 2

All ACTIVE Controlled Substance Registrations, upon renewal every two years, are asked to attest to completing 2 hours of CE in the areas of controlled substance prescribing practices, treatment of chronic pain, or other topics related to prescribing controlled substances. This CSR renewal CE is separate from the mandatory first-time course.

We've researched the Delaware 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 Delaware 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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