Source-Verified Data

Michigan Veterinary
CE Requirements

Michigan requires 45 hours of CE every 3 years (michigan.gov). 1hr medical records + 1hr vet law/controlled substances per cycle. 30 hrs must be scientific. Min 12 hrs live (6+ in-person). Max 33 hrs non-interactive. Max 15 hrs from publishing/teaching/committee.

Verified Feb 18, 2026 michigan.gov ↗

Requirements change; always confirm with the board. We cite primary sources and show last verification date.

45 hours every 3 yrs
45
Total Hours
1
3yr
Cycle
Unlimited
Live Interactive
—
Self-Study Cap

Delivery Methods

Unlimited (min 12 required, 6+ in-person)
Unlimited

At least 12 hours must be live; minimum 6 must be physically in-person

Max 33 hours
Max 33 hrs

Online, electronic, printed, or non-synchronous formats

Max 15 hours
Max 15 hrs

30 of 45 must be scientific in nature

Mandatory Topics

Medical Records — 1 hr/cycle
Veterinary Law / Controlled Substances — 1 hr/cycle

What Counts as CE in Michigan

Accepted Formats
  • ✓ Live lectures, conferences, wet labs
  • ✓ Live interactive webinars
  • ✓ RACE-approved online courses
Rules & Policies
  • ✗ No carryover — excess hours don't roll over
  • ✓ RACE accepted — Vet On It is Provider #50-29055

Compare with Other States

StateHoursCycleCarryoverStatus
Michigan453 yearsNo✓ Verified
Indiana402 yearsNo✓ Verified
Ohio302 yearsNo✓ Verified
Wisconsin302 yearsNo✓ Verified

Sources & Citations

  1. 1
    "The 45 hours of continuing education required pursuant to R 338.4931(2)" — Mich. Admin. Code R. 338.4933 View source ↗
  2. 2
    A maximum of 33 hours of continuing education may be completed in activities that use online, electronic, or printed format or by completing an activity that does not require or permit synchronous or live interaction during the activity. A minimum of 12 hours of continuing education must be completed by: (i) Earning 12 hours in an activity attended live and in person, or (ii) Earning not less than 6 hours live and in person and earning the remainder by completing an activity that requires or permits synchronous, live interaction. — Mich. Admin. Code R. 338.4933(1)(f)-(g) View source ↗
  3. 3
    "(f) A maximum of 33 hours of continuing education may be completed in activities that use online, electronic, or printed format or by completing an activity that does not require or permit synchronous or live interaction" — R. 338.4933(1)(f) View source ↗
  4. 4
    "(c) A minimum of 30 hours of continuing education is scientific in nature" — R. 338.4933(1)(c) View source ↗
Data compiled by Vet On It CE (RACE Provider #50-29055). Verified against primary Michigan regulatory sources on Feb 18, 2026. This page is for informational purposes only. Always confirm with the michigan.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Michigan's veterinary CE requirements?
Michigan requires 45 hours of continuing education every 3 years. Mandatory topics: Medical Records (1 hr/cycle), Veterinary Law / Controlled Substances (1 hr/cycle). 1hr medical records + 1hr vet law/controlled substances per cycle. 30 hrs must be scientific. Min 12 hrs live (6+ in-person). Max 33 hrs non-interactive. Max 15 hrs from publishing/teaching/committee.
Does Michigan accept online CE for veterinarians?
Max 33 hours (73%) non-interactive/async. At least 12 hours must be live (minimum 6 in-person). Live-interactive online (webinars with synchronous interaction) counts toward the 12 live hours but at least 6 must be physically in-person.
What mandatory CE topics does Michigan require?
Michigan requires: Medical Records (1 hr/cycle), Veterinary Law / Controlled Substances (1 hr/cycle).
Does Michigan allow CE hour carryover?
No. Michigan does not allow carryover. Excess hours earned in one cycle are lost.

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