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An RVT is someone who has attended formal studies in veterinary technology within an educational institution that has been accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Upon completion of the program an RVT has met 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. Please click HERE for the FAQs. 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.

For more information and educational options for becoming a Vet Tech Student, please click here

RVT pins & patches
Professional lapel pins and uniform patches are now available with the newly designed RVT logo.
To order your patch or pin, click HERE to download the order form. Please send order forms to the TVMA office: TVMA, 8104 Exchange Dr., Austin, TX 78754.

RVT Certificates are now available! You can order these items by downloading our form HERE.

CE OPPORTUNITIES:

"Horse Production & Management Certificate Online Course"
http://capso.tamu.edu/all-programs/horse
Instructor: Dr. J. Warren Evans
Contact email: jwarrenevans@aol.com

Alternative-delivery CE Sources:
www.vspn.org/CE
www.vetmedteam.com
www.vettechjournal.com
www.idexx.com/education
www.bayerdvm.com/
www.scienceofsedation.com/
www.cetuniversity.com/
www.virbacdermu.com/
www.purinavets.com/Technicians/

SOUND Technologies is offering an Advanced Imaging Certificate of Achievement through the Academy of Veterinary Imaging.
At the Academy of Veterinary Imaging, your technicians will learn new ultrasound procedures from the best in the industry. Because advanced diagnostic imaging is the norm, you need your team to be equipped with the latest techniques to provide the best results to your clients.
Begins March 2007. For more information please call 800/ 268-5354 or sign up now at www.soundveteducation.com.To

UPCOMING RVT EXAM DATES:
Friday, June 20, 2008
Courtyard Austin Downtown/Convention Center
300 E. 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
512/236-8008

Meeting Room: Brazos I & II

See notes below for RVT State and National Exams.

To apply for the National exam you will need to go to www.aavsb.org.
The deadline to apply for the VTNE is April 7.

RVT RESOURCES:
For a list of current RVTs, click here. (as of 2/19/08)
RVT FAQs (PDF)
RVT 2008 June State Exam Registration Form - CLICK HERE TO DOWLOAD.
RVT VTNE Study Guide (Scroll to the Candidate Information Booklet at the bottom of the page).
RVT State Exam Study Guide
RVT Standards of Conduct
New DOT Regulations for Shipping Diagnostic Specimens

RENEWAL INFORMATION:
RVT Renewal Form
RVT CE Journal
RVT Renewal Information/Policy Manuel
RVT Information Update Form

RVT National and State Exam
To become an RVT in Texas you are required to sit for the state and national exams. You will need to apply for the state exam with TVMA and the National exam with AAVSB. The next RVT State Exam is scheduled for Friday, June 20, 2008 in Austin. Applications will be posted early March and the deadline to register will be April 30th.

Please mail or fax your application to:

TVMA
Attn: Training & Certification Specialist
8104 Exchange Dr.
Austin, TX 78754
ph. 512/ 452-4224 • fax 512/ 452-6633

Remember, you must submit a final transcript stating that you have been awarded a degree to TVMA before you can become an RVT. (Please note that the AAVSB may also require a final transcript. You can contact AAVSB by calling 877/698-8482)

Starting January 2007, AAVSB will be administering the National exam. To apply for the National Exam (VTNE) you will need to go to the AAVSB website www.aavsb.org.

(NOTE: The AAVSB provides each applicant with a short study guide to review for the exam. There are also two other books you can purchase either online or in a bookstore to help you prepare for the VTNE. "Mosby's Comprehensive Review for Veterinary Technicians" & "Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians" by Colville.)

EXAM AGENDA

VTNE Registration
8:00 am

VTNE Testing
9:00 a.m.-1:00 pm

Lunch
1:00-2:30 pm (approx.)

State Exam Sign-in
2:30-2:50 pm (approx.)

State Exam
2:50-4:30 pm (approx.)

NOTE: If you are only taking the State exam you do not need to sign in until 2:30

Notes to June 2008 Exam Candidates:

Results
STATE Exam Results will not be released until after August, 2008. Do not call TVMA for your results. They will not be released until after August 1st by mail. Your VTNE results will be distributed by AAVSB. If you have any questions in regards to the VTNE please direct your calls to AAVSB 877/698-8482 or send an email to vettech@aavsb.org. Make sure your address is correct, should you move, make sure your address is updated with TVMA by calling 512/452-4224. If you have not received your results by the end of September, call the TVMA Training & Certification Specialist. Again, you must submit a final transcript stating that you have been awarded a degree before you can become an RVT.

New RVTs
All new RVTs: you have to renew your registration by May 31, 2009. Notices for this renewal 2009-2010 will go out mid-April 2009. See the following requirements for renewing your RVT status.

Requirements for Renewing Texas RVTs
A $30 renewal fee
If you are one of 50 individuals selected you will be required to show proof of five (5) hours continuing education (CE) for the current year. Because you will be a new RVT, if you are selected to show proof, it will be retroactive to the date your RVT status was obtained.
CE must be acquired in the year prior to the due date of the renewal.
Example: Renewal notices mailed: April 15, 2009
Renewal due date: May 31, 2009
CE must be acquired between: June 1, 2008–May 31, 2009

Reminders:

Make sure that you receive a certificate of attendance for any conference you attend.
Contact the RVT Coordinator if you are ever unsure of what will be accepted as proof of CE.
What to avoid:
The following may cause you to incur a $10 late fee:
• If you send in your renewal with no fee enclosed.
• If you are one of the 50 chosen to submit proof of CE and return renewal with no proof.
• If you submit a renewal after May 31st.
• Changes in work or home address:
• If you move or change jobs contact TVMA and update your information.

You are responsible for renewing your registration whether you receive your renewal information or not – You must contact TVMA.

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