![]() ![]() While this pathway does not currently have an expiration, we do not anticipate it being available forever. (This approximates to 3 years of 40-hour work weeks.) If you have not completed an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program, but you have worked 6,000 hours as a veterinary technician, you may apply still apply for credentialing in Utah. Once you have submitted transcripts, do not forget your letter documenting 6 months of experience working under a licensed veterinarian! There is an area in the online application to submit documents we currently recommend you attach a scan of a signed letter. ![]() The Heber Wells Building may still be closed to the public due to COVID-related restrictions but once it reopens, this address will also be available for delivery of application materials in person. You may also have them delivered via express delivery: In order to submit transcripts, you may have them emailed must be emailed directly from the school for your transcripts to be considered valid.)Īlternatively, you can have them mailed in a sealed envelope (typically directly from your school) to this physical address:ĭivision of Occupational and Professional Licensing In addition to your transcripts, you must also submit a letter documenting 6 months of experience working under a licensed veterinarian. ![]() You will need to check with your program to find out what they charge for this service. The cost of a transcript transfer varies from program to program. If you graduated from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program, you will need to have your transcripts sent to DPL. Please review the AAVSB’s instructions carefully in order to successfully complete your application with them. From there, you will need to submit either your final transcript from your AVMA-accredited program or the completed form with necessary documentation to pursue the Alternate Route. Once you do that, the page will update with the most current instructions. On that page, choose “Utah” as your jurisdiction in the first drop-down menu box. More specific instructions on how to apply can be found on their site here. The online portal for VTNE applications can be found here, covering important topics - such as when the next window is available to apply for the test. If you are applying for the Alternate Route based on 6,000 hours worked (which you can read about more here), you will still need to pass the VTNE to become credentialed in Utah. If you have graduated from an AVMA-accredited program, they will help guide you in your studying and your program should be able to help you apply to take the exam. This includes small animal, large animal, exotic animal, laboratory setting, radiology, anesthesia, dentistry, and more. It is designed to cover a wide range of medically relevant topics that veterinary technicians may encounter in any area where one might chose to work. * Update: the following video uses the previous name “DOPL” (Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing) which has been renamed as of December 2022 to “Division of Professional Licensing”Įmail: Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) is a test produced and administered by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB). The USVTA is a professional association whose intent is to provide support and resources to veterinary technicians and assistance throughout the state, regardless of their status or credentialing. Membership with USVTA does not grant the title CVT. Please note: Membership with USVTA (Utah Society of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants) and application / credentialing with DPL (Division of Professional Licensing) are separate entities. ![]() Read on to learn about the application process! It is proof that by working together we can accomplish great things for our profession. It was a concerted effort between the USVTA, UVMA, NAVTA, and VNI that required years of effort. Beginning in October of 2020, Utah technicians gained the opportunity to become credentialed by the state as Certified Veterinary Technicians. ![]()
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