Statutorily Approved Continuing Education Providers
Veterinarian Approved Providers (in accordance with Business and Professions Code (BPC) Section 4858.1)
- The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), its accredited veterinary medical colleges, or its recognized specialty or affiliated allied groups or educational organizations
- State veterinary medical associations or their affiliated associations or educational organizations
- Federal, state, or local government agencies
- Providers accredited, approved, or recognized by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), American Medical Association (AMA), American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), or American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB)
For additional details regarding continuing education requirements for veterinarians, refer to BPC 4858 and 4858.1.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Approved Providers
- All veterinarian approved providers (in accordance with BPC 4858.1, subdivision (b), paragraph (1), subparagraphs (A) to (D))
- National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recognized veterinary technician specialty organizations
- State veterinary technician associations recognized by the secretary of state in that state
For additional details regarding continuing education requirements for RVTs, refer to BPC 4858 and 4858.2.

