Veterinary Medicine Links and Information

Key Links for Vet Techs

Many associations and organizations offer support and opportunities for veterinary technicians, and some of them are listed below. In addition, you can contact a veterinarian in your area or local veterinary society for more insight and information about this profession. You can also contact an accredited vet technician program to arrange to talk with a counselor and visit the school.

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)

12575 W Bayaud Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80228

PO Box 150899
Denver, CO 80215-0899
Phone: (303) 986-2800
Fax: (303) 986-1700
Email: info@aahanet.org
Website: www.aahanet.org

AAHA is a national organization assisting medical professionals in networking and continued education. This organization is tailored specifically for animal hospitals and pet medicine.

American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB)

4106 Central
Kansas City, MO 64111
Phone: (816) 931-1504
Toll-Free: (877) 698-8482
Fax: (816) 931-1604
Email: aavsb@aavsb.org
Website: www.aavsb.org

The AAVSB is an association of veterinary technicians that provides a centralized depository of data (such as exam scores, disciplinary actions, etc.). AAVSB owns and operates the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). In addition to exam information, they offer a very useful tool on their website to help you find the veterinary agency in your own state.

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Headquarters
1931 North Meacham Road, Suite 100
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Phone: (847) 925.8070
Fax: (847) 925.1329
Email: avmainfo@avma.org

Governmental Relations Division
1910 Sunderland Place, NW
Washington, DC 20036-1642
Phone: (800) 321.1473
Fax: (202) 842.4360
Email: avmagrd@avma.org
Website: www.avma.org

AVMA is the national, non-profit, membership organization dedicated to advancing the veterinary medical profession and improving animal and human health. AVMA is also the nationally recognized organization and accrediting body for school programs across the county. AVMA has bestowed their accreditation on over 125 United States vet tech programs that meet their high quality standards.

National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA)

P.O. Box 224
Battle Ground, IN 47920
Phone: (765) 742-2216
Email: navta@navta.net
Website: www.navta.net

NAVTA is an accrediting body promoting the profession of veterinary technology. Members of NAVTA enjoy cross-state networking opportunities, continuing education and career development. You are eligible for a NAVTA membership during school, if you are enrolled full-time.

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