Colorado Veterinary Continuing Education Requirements

Complete guide to CE requirements for veterinarians in Colorado

⚠️ Important Disclaimer

DISCLAIMER: This information is provided as a courtesy guide only and is not legal or regulatory advice. Veterinary board requirements change periodically. VetOnIt CE makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy or completeness of this information. Your state veterinary licensing board is the sole authoritative source for continuing education requirements. Always verify current requirements directly with your board before making CE decisions. Last reviewed: 2026. If you notice an error, please contact us at support@vetonitce.org.

Colorado CE Requirements at a Glance

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Total Hours Required 30 hours
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Renewal Cycle Every 3 years
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Online CE Allowed 30 hours (100%)
✅ Colorado accepts 100% online CE

VetOnIt Courses That Meet Colorado Requirements

Great news — Colorado accepts 100% online CE. All VetOnIt courses count toward your 30 hour requirement.

With VetOnIt, you can earn up to 12 of your 30 required hours.

Cardio in the Real World

4 CE Hours $130

Practical cardiology for general practice. Real-world cases and treatment strategies from leading cardiologists.

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Avoiding Errors in Lab Diagnostics

2 CE Hours $85

Master laboratory interpretation and avoid common diagnostic pitfalls. Improve accuracy in clinical decision-making.

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Complete Compounding Guidance

2 CE Hours $90

Comprehensive guide to veterinary compounding regulations, best practices, and patient safety considerations.

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Solving Complex Dermatology Cases

4 CE Hours $120

Advanced dermatology problem-solving. Case-based learning from board-certified veterinary dermatologists.

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Detailed Colorado CE Requirements

Veterinarian Requirements

  • Total Hours: 30 hours of RACE-approved continuing education
  • Renewal Period: Required every 3 years
  • Interactive CE: Live webinars, workshops, wet labs (typically unlimited)
  • Non-Interactive CE: On-demand courses, recorded sessions (limited to 30 hours)

What Counts as Interactive vs Non-Interactive?

Interactive CE (No Caps in Colorado)

  • Live webinars with real-time interaction
  • In-person conferences and workshops
  • Wet labs and hands-on training
  • VetOnIt live webinar series

Non-Interactive CE (30 hour cap)

  • On-demand recorded courses with assessments
  • Self-study materials with quizzes
  • Journal reading (where accepted)
  • VetOnIt on-demand course library

Frequently Asked Questions

How many CE hours do Colorado veterinarians need?

Colorado requires 30 hours of RACE-approved continuing education every 3 years.

Does Colorado accept online veterinary CE?

Yes! Colorado accepts up to 30 hours (100%) of non-interactive online CE. Live webinars typically count as interactive CE with no caps.

Are RACE-approved courses accepted in Colorado?

Yes, all RACE-approved continuing education courses are accepted in Colorado. VetOnIt CE is a RACE Provider (ID: 50-29055).

Does Colorado have any mandatory CE topics?

Colorado does not currently mandate specific CE topics beyond general RACE-approved veterinary continuing education.

How do I report CE credits in Colorado?

CE reporting requirements vary by jurisdiction. Contact the Colorado veterinary board directly for current reporting procedures and deadlines. Keep certificates from all RACE-approved courses.

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Disclaimer: Information verified as of 2026. Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with your state veterinary board. VetOnIt CE is not responsible for any inaccuracies. Contact us at support@vetonitce.org to report updates.