Iowa Veterinary Continuing Education Requirements

Complete guide to CE requirements for veterinarians in Iowa

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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.

Iowa CE Requirements at a Glance

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Total Hours Required 60 hours
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Renewal Cycle Every 3 years
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Online CE Allowed 20 hours (33%)
🔶 Iowa has restricted online CE

VetOnIt Courses That Meet Iowa Requirements

Iowa limits online CE to 20 hours, but live webinars count as interactive CE with no cap. Join our next live session.

With VetOnIt, you can earn up to 60 of your 60 required hours.

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Live Webinar Series

1-4 CE Hours each Various

Perfect for Iowa vets! Live webinars count as "Interactive" CE with no state caps. Join real-time sessions with expert faculty.

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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 Iowa CE Requirements

Veterinarian Requirements

  • Total Hours: 60 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 20 hours)

What Counts as Interactive vs Non-Interactive?

Interactive CE (No Caps in Iowa)

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

Non-Interactive CE (20 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 Iowa veterinarians need?

Iowa requires 60 hours of RACE-approved continuing education every 3 years.

Does Iowa accept online veterinary CE?

Yes! Iowa accepts up to 20 hours (33%) of non-interactive online CE. Live webinars typically count as interactive CE with no caps.

Are RACE-approved courses accepted in Iowa?

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

Does Iowa have any mandatory CE topics?

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

How do I report CE credits in Iowa?

CE reporting requirements vary by jurisdiction. Contact the Iowa 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.