What CE categories are required for licensed veterinary technicians in Washington?

Scientific/clinical (14 hours minimum): 14 hours; Suicide prevention (3 hours, one-time; counts toward the total): 3 hours. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Washington Veterinary Technician CE category requirements

How the 20 CE hours every 2 years breaks down by category for licensed veterinary technicians in Washington, sourced from the official board.

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Required categories

Scientific/clinical (14 hours minimum)

14h

Suicide prevention (3 hours, one-time; counts toward the total)

No more than 6 hours of CE via teaching. One-time jurisprudence exam required before first renewal (effective 7/28/2025). No hour limit on live, interactive web-based courses.

Official source: Washington State Department of Health (Veterinary Technician)

Full requirements: Washington Veterinary Technician CE requirements
When it's due: Washington Veterinary Technician license renewal deadline
What it costs: Washington Veterinary Technician license renewal fees

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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