The length of study required by § 36-12-19.1 may be prescribed by the Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners pursuant to § 36-12-19.1 but may not exceed twenty - four hours in any calendar year. Attendance at any course of study is to be certified by the board upon a form provided by the board. This form shall be submitted by each registered veterinarian at the time he makes application for renewal of his license pursuant to §