What are the Minnesota veterinarian CE requirements?
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Minnesota veterinarians must obtain 40 hours of CE every two years. See Rule 9100.1000 for board-approved CE parameters.
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At least 30 of the 40 hours must be from interactive sources (lectures, wet labs, etc.). Ten credit hours may be obtained through non-interactive sources such as journal reading (1 credit is earned per 3 hours of self-study).
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February 28, 2026 is the next license renewal deadline in Minnesota.
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Minnesota veterinary licenses are issued for a two-year period. Even-numbered licenses renew on March 1 of even years, and odd-numbered licenses renew on March 1 of odd years.
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No more than 10 CE hours can be in courses focused on practice management.
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You do not need to submit documentation for 40 CE hours when renewing your license. The Board will request proof of completion during a routine audit or individual investigation if required.
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CE Hour Requirements for Minnesota Veterinarians
Minnesota veterinarians are required to obtain 40 hours of CE every two years.
CE Course Parameters for Minnesota Veterinarians
Remember that when completing your required CE, there are some topic limitations.
Your CE hours must have significant intellectual or practical content dealing primarily with skills directly related to veterinary medicine, to the professional responsibility or ethical and legal obligations of veterinarians, or to practice management concepts. You can't take more than 10 hours on topics focused on practice management.
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