Are Florida veterinarians exempt from continuing education requirements? On May 17, 2024, SB 382 was signed into law, exempting certain licensed professionals in Florida from continuing education requirements. According to the Florida Veterinary Medical Association, veterinarians were included by mistake, and education requirements are expected to return prior to the end of the 2026 CE cycle. For more information, visit VIN News Service.

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Florida Veterinarian CE Hub

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What are the Florida veterinarian CE requirements?

Florida veterinarians must obtain 30 hours of CE every two years. See the State Board's CE FAQs or download Rule Chapter 61G18-16 for board-approved CE parameters.
May 31, 2026 is the next license renewal deadline in Florida.
All 30 CE hours can be obtained via live (interactive) online.
A maximum of 15 CE hours can be obtained via self study (non-interactive) online.
1 CE hour must be on the topic of dispensing legend drugs.
2 CE hours must be on the topic of the laws and rules governing veterinary medicine.
No more than 5 CE hours may be on topics related to complementary and alternative medicine modalities.
No more than 5 CE hours can be on business or practice management topics.
No more than 5 CE hours can be on topics related to wellness and well-being.

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CE Hour Requirements for Florida Veterinarians

Florida veterinarians are required to obtain 30 hours of CE every two years. All 30 hours can be obtained via live (interactive) online and a maximum of 15 hours can be obtained via self study (non-interactive) online.

CE Course Parameters for Florida Veterinarians

Remember that when completing your required CE, there are many topic limitations.

Don't forget that you must take 1 hour on dispensing legend drugs and 2 hours on the laws and rules governing veterinary medicine. You can't take any more than 5 hours on complimentary & alternative medicine modalities, 5 hours on business or practice management, or 5 hours on wellness & wellbeing.

Did you know you can complete all 30 required CE hours via live (interactive) webinars? Just remember, if you decide to do a mix of interactive and self study (non-interactive) CE you are limited to 15 hours of the self study (non-interactive) variety.

We've researched the Florida 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 Florida 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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