We understand the vital role that well-trained veterinary technicians play in providing exceptional patient care, which is why we are committed to offering vet tech CE that helps technicians at all experience levels expand their knowledge and skills. With so many continuing education options available, it can be challenging to decide which courses are the best fit. To make it easier, we’ve compiled a list of our top three veterinary technician CE courses for 2025.
When selecting vet tech CE, the first step is to determine what type of course best suits your needs. Instead of choosing random free CE courses, it’s important to plan your continuing education strategically to fill knowledge gaps and build confidence in areas where you may need improvement. Think about the topics you find most challenging and seek out courses that will strengthen your skills. Additionally, consider factors such as the instructor’s expertise and how easily you can fit CE into your schedule. Don’t forget to check your CE requirements as well – different states have different rules, although most will accept our RACE-accredited vet tech CE courses.
Without further ado, let’s look at our RACE-accredited courses for veterinary technicians, and what’s popular for 2025.
Handling emergency cases requires quick thinking and advanced clinical skills. The Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician Certificate (VTCert) program is an in-depth vet tech CE program designed to boost confidence and expertise in managing critical patients. It’s perfect for vet techs working in emergency clinics or who have a busy emergency caseload – you'll cover fluid therapy, CPR, and other considerations for nursing the critical patient over 108 hours of RACE-approved CE.
This fully online course includes nine modules covering key emergency and critical care topics, all taught through interactive learning materials. Participants receive expert guidance from specialists and can join peer discussions. An optional in-person practical day is also available. Sitting the assessments at the end of the program can reward you with an ISVPS-accredited veterinary technician certificate, enhancing your professional qualifications.
Find out more about the Veterinary Technician Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
For vet techs with significant experience (we recommend a prior certificate or time spent in referral working under a board-certified anestheiologist), the Veterinary Technician Advanced Certificate (VTAdvCert) in Anesthesia offers a fully online, flexible learning experience that’s RACE-accredited for 144 credits. This program covers advanced ventilation techniques and protocols for managing high-risk patients, with four in-depth modules delivered over eight months.
Participants also gain access to the RCVS Knowledge Library, interactive webinars, case-based studies, and a peer discussion forum. Upon completion, you can take the assessments to achieve the ISVPS-accredited VTAdvCert, a globally recognized certificate in anesthesia.
Find out more about the Advanced Veterinary Technician Certificate in Anesthesia.
Ever popular, this RACE-approved CE is designed to help vet techs gain important skills and knowledge for improving blood transfusion success. Over 8 modules of online CE, vet techs will learn about blood collection, blood banking, blood products, and safe transfusion, as well as considerations for case selection and other types of transfusion. At the end of the training program (worth 96 RACE credits), delegates can sit the assessments to achieve a certificate in transfusion medicine from the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).
Find out more about the Veterinary Technician Certificate in Transfusion Medicine.
Of course, we have more CE courses for veterinary technicians than just the three above. Why not drill down for the perfect CE course for you with our Advanced Search function? You might also find articles to help you make the most of your CE in our content hub.
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