A listing of Nebraska’s continuing education requirements for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
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HOURLY REQUIREMENTS FOR VETERINARIANS
32 hours every 2 years
8 hours may be obtained online
HOURLY REQUIREMENTS FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS
16 hours every 2 years
4 hours may be obtained online
SPECIFIC REQUIRED COURSES
The topic and/or objectives must relate directly to the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery or veterinary technology.
Opioid Prescribing – The continuing competency requirements for a veterinarian who prescribes controlled substances shall include at least 3 HOURS of continuing education biennially regarding prescribing opiates. The continuing education may include, but is not limited to, education regarding prescribing and administering opiates, the risks and indicators regarding the development of addiction to opiates, and emergency opiates situations. 1/2 hour of the 3 hours shall cover the prescription drug monitoring program. https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=38-145
AVAILABLE DRIP.VET COURSES
Information current as of: February 3, 2021