VETT Lecture 1 - Laws and Ethics

Name some of the settings Veterinary Technicians can work in.

Zoo, Mixed Practices, Research, Marketing, Specialty Practice, Instructor

What does NAVTA stand for?

National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America

Who accredits Veterinary Technology programs?

CVTEA (an AVMA committee)

How many questions is the VTNE comprised of?

170

What are the TN licensing requirements for Veterinary Technicians?

Graduate from an AVMA-accredited program, Pass the VTNE, Biennial License Renewal, and CE

How many hours of CE are Veterinary Technicians required to get each year in TN?

12

What 4 things can only veterinarians do?

Prescribe, Diagnose, Prognose, Perform Surgery

Who typically completes a 4 year undergraduate degree and then 4 years at an AVMA accredited school?

Veterinarian

What is a veterinary technician who has reached a higher level of skill and understanding in a particular field of veterinary technology?

Veterinary Technician Specialist

What position requires a greater level of education than required for a veterinary technician?

Veterinary Technologist

What position requires you to complete national and state examination?

Veterinary Technician

Who is involved in the care of animals but is not a technician or veterinarian?

Veterinary Assistant

Most laws and regulations for veterinary technology are ___________.

state or province based

How often must veterinary technician renew their license?

every 2 years