A listing of Michigan’s continuing education requirements for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
HOURLY REQUIREMENTS FOR VETERINARIANS
45 hours every 3 years
35 hours may be obtained online
HOURLY REQUIREMENTS FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS
15 hours every 3 years
10 hours may be obtained online
SPECIFIC REQUIRED COURSES
Veterinarians – Of the required 45 hours:
30 hours must be Scientific in Nature
1 hour must be on the topic of Medical Records
1 hour must be on the topic of Veterinary Law and/or Federal or State Controlled Substance Law
Individuals seeking a controlled substance license must have completed training in opioids and controlled substances awareness prior to obtaining a license. Controlled substance licensees, or individuals seeking a controlled substance license must complete training in opioids and controlled substance awareness only one time. The department may select and audit a sample of individuals and request documentation of proof of completion of training. https://www.michigan.gov/documents/lara/lara_vet_FAQs_032015_485853_7.pdf
Veterinary Technicians – Of the required 15 hours, 10 hours must be Scientific in Nature
AVAILABLE DRIP.VET COURSES
Information current as of: May 4, 2021