Becoming a Veterinary Technician...
RVTs must attend formal studies in veterinary technology within an educational institution that has been accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Through these programs, RVTs meet at least the essential tasks that are outlined by the American Veterinary Medical Association. They must also take and pass a State Regulatory Exam and Veterinary Technician National Exam with a score of 70 or higher.
Whether you are already an RVT or need to know what to do to become an RVT in Texas, we have answered some of the most frequently asked questions here. If you do not see an answer to your question, you may want to check other materials we have posted on our Web site. Go here for information on the Certified Veterinary Assistant Program.
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FAQs for Prospective Vet Tech Students:
Q: Are Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) licensed in Texas?
A: No, RVTs are not licensed in Texas. They maintain a registered status with the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.
Q: Is it mandatory for a technician to become registered to work in Texas?
A: No, it is not mandatory for any non-licensed, technician to become registered in order to work in Texas. However, in most cases it does elevate your level of experience and therefore enhance your standing as a potential employee or already existing employee who may be vying for a higher level of responsibility.
Q: What exams are required to become registered in Texas?
A: Texas State Regulatory Exam and the Veterinary Technician National Exam.
Q: What AVMA accredited programs in veterinary technology are available in Texas?
A: There are currently six programs in Texas: Palo Alto College in San Antonio, Cedar Valley College in Lancaster, Tomball College in Tomball, McLennan Community College in Waco, Midland College in Midland, and Sul Ross State University in Alpine. See www.tvma.org for details on each of the above schools or www.avma.org for a listing of schools throughout the US.
Q: Are there any distance learning programs in Texas that are AVMA accredited?
A: Currently, there is one Distance Learning Program that is AVMA accredited - Cedar Valley College in Lancaster, Texas.
You can view more frequently asked questions here: http://www.tvma.org/RVTs_and_CVAs/documents/rvt_faqs.pdf. If you do not see an answer to your question, you may want to check other materials we have posted on our website. Go here: http://www.tvma.org/RVTs_and_CVAs/certified_vet_assistant.phtml for information on the Certified Veterinary Assistant Program.
