How many chiropractic CE hours does Colorado require?
Colorado lists 30 hours per renewal cycle (Biennial (2-year license period)). That averages about 15 hours per year, which is for comparison only. Confirm with the state board before you renew.
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Colorado Chiropractic CE Requirements
30 hours per cycle · about 15 hours per year for comparison
Last verified October 24, 2026 · Oct 31, odd years (current period ends Oct 31, 2027)
- Hours per cycle
- 30
- Renewal cycle
- Biennial (2-year license period)
Deadline
Oct 31, odd years (current period ends Oct 31, 2027)
Online / home study
No cap
No limit on online/distance learning; proficiency test required
Required topics
4 hr recordkeeping & documentation (after first renewal); maintain Healthcare Provider-level CPR (hours may count); +20 hr animal CE incl. 2 hr zoonotic diseases if animal-chiropractic registered
Who can approve the course
Board does not pre-approve courses; licensee responsible; no practice building/office management or out-of-scope courses; 60-min clock hours (to nearest 1/4 hr)
Carry-over
None (hours above 30 do not carry over)
Upcoming events
Published seminars on this site whose venue is in Colorado.
Common questions
When do chiropractors in Colorado renew?
The renewal or CE deadline in the sources we checked is Oct 31, odd years (current period ends Oct 31, 2027). Confirm with the state board before you renew.
Can Colorado chiropractic CE be completed online?
No limit on online/distance learning; proficiency test required Confirm with the state board before you renew.
What topics are required for Colorado chiropractic CE?
4 hr recordkeeping & documentation (after first renewal); maintain Healthcare Provider-level CPR (hours may count); +20 hr animal CE incl. 2 hr zoonotic diseases if animal-chiropractic registered Confirm with the state board before you renew.