Texas Veterinarian CE Hub

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What are the Texas veterinarian CE requirements?

Texas veterinarians must obtain 17 hours of CE every year. See Rule 573.64 and Rule 573.65 for board-approved CE parameters.
All 17 CE hours can be obtained via live (interactive) online.
Texas veterinary licenses expire on the last day of the licensee's birth month. A licensee shall earn the required hours of acceptable continuing education during the renewal year immediately preceding the licensee's application for license renewal.

A maximum of 5 CE hours can be obtained via self study (non-interactive) online.

No more than 5 CE hours can be on topics related to practice management.
Opioid Mandate: 2 CE hours must be completed every two years on topics related to opioid abuse, substance diversion, inventory, and security per Section 801.307 (scroll down to section).

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CE Hour Requirements for Texas Veterinarians

Texas veterinarians are required to obtain 17 CE hours every year. All 17 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 Texas Veterinarians

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

A maximum of 5 hours can be spent on topics related to practice management.

Don't forget that every two years, you also have to take 2 hours of CE on topics related to opioid abuse, substance diversion, inventory, and security.

Did you know you can complete all 17 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. This is a great opportunity for you to pick the CE that best meets your needs as a busy practitioner and complete it as you see fit!

We've researched the Texas 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 Texas 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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