Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Accreditation
of AHT/VT Programs in Canada

When an AHT/VT program pursues accreditation, the CVMA Accreditation Policies and Procedures specify and outline what an AHT/VT’s training requires. The program objective for accreditation is to certify AHT/VT education programs that produce competent technicians for employment in the animal health field and to assist in the further development of such programs in Canada. Accreditation also evaluates facilities, resources and faculty. The CVMA appoints a team to evaluate these programs and recommend qualification for accreditation.

Accredited programs are required to renew accreditation with terms set by the CVMA AHT/VT Program Accreditation (usually every three – five years). This ensures that the AHT/VT programs continue to meet or exceed the standards set by the CVMA Accreditation Policies and Procedures.

The AHT/VT programs on the CAAHTT web-site are recognized by CAAHTT. It is advisable that you inquire to the AHT/VT association in the province where you will be practicing for more information on membership requirements.

In order to be registered, all technicians in Canada must write a National Registration Exam. The exam used is the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE); developed by the Professional Examination Service (PES) and administered by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB). The Provincial AHT/VT associations legislate who will write the exam in their province.

  2008-02-12