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 takes approximately 3-5 years. Specific information on pursuing a VTS can be found on the academy website, but generally requires 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 the member portal, or you can tap here to view it in your browser.