Certified Veterinary Assistant

Virtual - Skills Validation / Training Modules / Clinical Hours / Curriculum / CVA Exam

VETucation provides all CVA certification necessities within ONE RESOURCE.

VETucation is a great asset for Veterinary High School / College Students, Animal Hospital Employees or any Interested Individual, to gain knowledge & skills that may lead to an increase in hospital productivity, directly assisting in medical or administrative roles and personal career growth. These opportunities open several doors for future leaders in the veterinary profession to have competitive resumes in a rapidly growing field. Qualified members have the advantage of being able to obtain various animal science certifications, have access to a network of veterinary staff, gain training from certified industry professionals, and more.

(High School Students)

TEA Industry Based Certification Description Link

Students must be enrolled in a State-approved veterinary education pathway, with progress towards a total of 200-hours of classroom instruction/training, either within a School Facility or

State Approved Distance Learning Program (see option 3 below)

• CVA Exam Applicant must be at least 16 years of age • Applicant must obtain 300 hours of practical work experience (paid or volunteer) in a veterinary setting under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian or a licensed veterinary technician • Applicant must submit a completed application for examination for CVA Level I certification including complete payment of examination fee(s) • Gain and demonstrate the hands-on skills listed on the CVA Level I “Skills Validation Checklist” All must be verified by a DVM or LVT• Applicant must score 70% or better on the CVA Level I certification exam.

(College Students or Hospital Staff)

Must be employed in a Veterinary Hospital or Shelter

Obtain 500 hours of work experience under the supervision of a DVM or LVT , Applicant must submit a completed application for examination for CVA Level I certification including complete payment of examination fee(s) • Gain and demonstrate the hands-on skills listed on the CVA Level I “Skills Validation Checklist” All must be verified by a DVM or LVT• Applicant must score 70% or better on the CVA Level I certification exam.

Option 1 : CVA Level 1 Skills Checklist Verification +78 Clinical Hours

Purchase Includes:

-Mastery of content by demonstrating and/or describing required CVA skills in a series of video recordings that are *Verified by a Licensed Veterinary Professional*

-78 Clinical Hours AND Skills Checklist Validation

-Verification documents will be sent via email to be completed. The instructor/parent is responsible for sending completed forms to the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.

Registration & Payment

Option 2 : CVA Level 1 Skills Verification + 78 Clinical Hours + Patterson Veterinary Academy CVA Prep Course + Exam Voucher

(Best For individuals Enrolled in a school veterinary pathway)

Purchase Includes:

-Mastery of content by demonstrating and/or describing required CVA skills in a series of video recordings that are *Verified by a Licensed Veterinary Professional*

-78 Clinical Hours AND Skills Checklist Validation

-Student account to Patterson Veterinary Academy CVA Prep Course w/ CVA Exam Voucher

Virtual Exam given on Platform or Paper (If requested), proctored by an LVT

-Verification documents will be sent via email to be completed.

The instructor/parent is responsible for sending completed forms to the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.

Registration & Payment

Option 3 : CVA Level 1 Skills Verification + 78 Clinical Hours + VETS Training Course + Exam Voucher

VETS (Veterinary Education and Training for Students) Curriculum Preview

*State Approved Distance Learning Program* (Accounts for 200 Classroom Hours)

Purchase Includes:

-Mastery of content by demonstrating and/or describing required CVA skills in a series of video recordings that are *Verified by a Licensed Veterinary Professional*

-78 Clinical Hours AND Skills Checklist Validation

-VETS Curriculum Access with Up to 15 student seats

Teacher dashboard provided for individualized material specifically for instruction

1 Administrator (Teacher) seat with access to analytics, reporting and grading

-CVA Exam Vouchers for each student

Virtual Exam given on Platform or Paper (If requested), proctored by an LVT

-Verification documents will be sent via email to be completed.

The instructor/parent is responsible for sending completed forms to the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.

Registration & Payment

For an estimate and/or invoice, email VETucationllc@gmail.com with your selected option and number of students to enroll.

For new district purchases, please include district vendor approval applications.

*Customizations of options may be awarded based on your specific needs*