North Carolina veterinarians must obtain 20 hours of CE every year. See Administrative Code Section 21.66.0206 for board-approved CE parameters.
December 31, 2025 is the next license renewal deadline in North Carolina.
A maximum of 10 hours can be obtained online, and 5 hours must be via live (interactive) online.
A maximum of 5 hours can be obtained via self study (non-interactive) online.
Controlled Substances Mandate: 2 CE hours must be on the abuse of controlled substances per the STOP Act.
North Carolina veterinarians are required to take 2 CE hours on the abuse of controlled substances.
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North Carolina veterinarians are required to obtain 20 hours of CE every year. A maximum of 10 hours can be obtained online, and 5 hours must be via live (interactive) online. A maximum of 5 hours can be obtained via self study (non-interactive) online.
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 2 hours addressing prescribing practices.
Don't forget that those 2 CE hours must be on the abuse of controlled substances.
Did you know that you can complete up to 5 and a maximum of 10 of your 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 5 hours of the self study (non-interactive) variety.
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