Pursue Your VTS

A Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) is an RVT who has received recognition of specialization in a specific area of veterinary medicine from a NAVTA/CVTS-approved specialty academy. These individuals have completed a formal process of education, training, experience and testing. 

The path to achieving a VTS is approximately a 3-5 year process. Specific information on pursuing a VTS can be found on the academy website, but generally require the following steps to complete:

• Download application package
• Identify skills checklist, reading list and required number of practice hours
• Find a mentor (contact the academy)
• Complete case reports and case log
• Submit an application to the academy
• Obtain permission to sit for the exam

A complete list of NAVTA approved academies is available for download in member portal, or you can click here to view it in your browser.