Governor Ricketts Ends Coronavirus State of Emergency
Governor Pete Ricketts announced the end of Nebraska's coronavirus state of emergency. The Governor issued the state of emergency declaration on March 13, 2020. It officially ended at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. The Governor issued Executive Order (EO) 21-09 to rescind pandemic-related executive orders. With a few exceptions, the coronavirus executive orders will expire on July 30, 2021, which is thirty days after the state of emergency ends. Full text of EO 21-09 is available by clicking here.
AAVSB (American Association of Veterinary State Boards) Response to COVID-19
Please
read our statement about how the current VTNE administration is impacted. PSI has posted a
notice on their website regarding test site closures and procedures. The list will be updated daily at 2:00 p.m. central time. If a candidate's exam site is closed, they will be e-mailed by PSI and will be given an opportunity to reschedule to a later date with no additional fees.
Continuing Competency Waiver Information
Executive Order: Provisional License Information
New: 2022 Continuing Competency Requirements
For a complete definition of the below professions, please see the regulations and statutes.
Veterinarian
A veterinarian is a person who has received a doctor's degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited school of veterinary medicine or its equivalent. A veterinarian can practice veterinary surgery, obstetrics, dentistry, and all other branches or specialties of veterinary medicine.
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technicians work under the supervision of veterinarians. A veterinary technician is a person who has graduated from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician School or program, and has a passing score on the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE).
Veterinary Technician (Temporary)
A temporary license may be granted for no more than one (1) to a person who has graduated from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician School or program, pending the results of a passing score on the Veterinary Technician Examination (VTNE).
Credential Information for Military Spouses
Applications
The below application forms may be filled out on the computer, but must be printed, signed, and mailed to the address on the form.
Veterinarian
Veterinary Technician
To register for the VTNE, please contact: American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB)
Requirements: Please see the regulations for detailed requirements for licensure.
Nebraska State Patrol fingerprinting locations
This site also includes a link to other public LiveScan fingerprinting locations in Nebraska.
Fees:
Federal Controlled Substances (DEA) Registrant Information can be accessed by credentialing organizations, hospitals, and pharmacies after obtaining a User ID and Password. To obtain a User ID and Password contact the Licensure Unit by e-mail at dhhs.licensuresupport@nebraska.gov.
In addition to General License Information this version of the data contains Federal Controlled Substances Registration numbers and expiration dates for health care providers that hold a Nebraska license and have submitted proof of holding such Federal Registration. Federal controlled substances (DEA) registrant information is validated on licenses at the time of issuance and updated on a quarterly basis.
Federal Controlled Substance (DEA) Registrant
Veterinarian
- Licenses expire April 1 of every even year, regardless of when the license is issued.
- To renew a license you must have earned 32 hours of one or a combination of approved categories of continuing requirements within the renewal period immediately preceding the license renewal date.
- You may place your license on Inactive status at any time by sending a written request to this office at dhhs.medicaloffice@nebraska.gov.
Veterinary Technician
- Licenses expire April 1 of every even year, regardless of when the license is issued.
- To renew a license you must have earned 16 hours of one or a combination of approved categories of continuing requirements within the renewal period immediately preceding the license renewal date.
- You may place your license on Inactive status at any time by sending a written request to this office at dhhs.medicaloffice@nebraska.gov.
Vet and Vet Tech Continuing Education Approval Form
Reinstatement
Reinstating from Inactive or Expired Status:
Reinstating After Disciplinary Action