What is the educational background of a veterinary technician?
The VT (RVT) program in most accredited schools is a two-year course in veterinary anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, anesthesiology, radiology, nursing care, veterinary dentistry, veterinary office practices, animal restraint, and related subjects. In some states, there is an alternative program for registration whereby an individual may become a VT by having documented experience in practice, course work, and examination through unaccredited sources. Consult the Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine in your state for more specific information.
