Online Application CE Form PDF
A Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) is a person who is a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited program and has passed a rigid national competency examination. Upon graduation, students receive an Associate in Science degree in Veterinary Technology and are eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). Veterinary technicians function as client educators, laboratory technicians, and advanced nursing care providers.
We encourage all technicians who have graduated from an accredited program to obtain their certification with their state associations or governing bodies. Certification with the FVTA is on a 2-year cycle; on December 31st of odd-numbered years. The FVTA requires 15 RACE-approved CE credits every 2 years for certification renewal.
If you have any questions or need additional information regarding certification, please contact certification@thefvta.net.
New Graduate Certification
A new graduate is defined as having successfully completed the Veterinary Technician National Exam within a year of their graduation. Apply under Recent Graduate Application tab on the left navigation bar.
Certification Renewal 2024-2025
Currently FVTA certified CVT in good standing wishing to renew for 2024-2025 cycle with membership included. Available prior to February 1st. 2024 when late fee of $25.00 is added to $75.00 renewal fee.
Certification (late renewal 2024-2025)
Late renewal is defined as someone who is already certified through the FVTA however, their current 2 year cycle has not been renewed during the grace period until February 1, 2024. You must be able to show proof of at least 15 RACE approved CE credits taken during this 2 year cycle.
New Certification for the State of Florida
This application is for the technician that is currently credentialed through another state or agency, and wishes to become credentialed in Florida through the FVTA. Proof of current credential(s), VTNE scores, and full transcripts from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program must be submitted for this application to be processed. Documents may be emailed to certification@thefvta.net.
Student Membership
FVTA student membership is free during your time as a student. This membership level can be upgraded to Certification Membership for free upon proof of graduuation and a passing VTNE score.
Certification (Amnesty Renewal)
Amnesty renewal is defined as someone that is already certified through the FVTA, another state, or another agency and their credential has lapsed. Every amnesty applicant must be able to show proof of at least 15 RACE approved CE credits for each lapsed cycle. Amnesty applicants from other states or agencies must show proof of graduation from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology Program and proof of a passing VTNE score.
Certification applications along with CE forms can now be submitted online as well as payment. 15 RACE approved CE credits are required for every 2 year period. Please remember to submit your completed CE form along with your application and payment.
FVTA membership is included with your certification.
If you have any questions or need additional information regarding certification, please contact certification@thefvta.net.
