education
How many years does a Vet tech need to go to school for?
2 years
who performs surgery?
vet
What does AVMA stand for?
American Veterinary Medical Association
Who does more in a vet practice?
vet techs
Are there more female or male vets typically?
female
What does VTNE stand for?
Veterinary Technician National Exam
who restrains the animals?
tech
What is the parent organization for vet techs?
NAVTA
Yes, aesthesia
How many vets schools are there in the US?
32
What does CE stand for?
Continuing Education
Who supervises the staff of a clinic or practice?
vet techs
Does the AVMA advocate for vets?
Yes
In Europe, what term is used for vet tech?
vet nurse
Name 3 specialties.
farm
zoo
shelter
What does the NAVLE stand for?
North American Veterinary Licensing Exam
who is morally and legally responsible for patients in a vet hospital?
vets
What does the WICHE program do?
Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education helps students save on tuition to an out of state school for higher education.
What are all the titles for vet techs?
RVT, LVT, CVT
About how many DVMs graduate in the US each year?
2700
How many years does a fellowship/ residency add to a vet's education?
2-5 years
who performs dental surgery?
tech
How many members make up the Arizona Veterinary Medical Exam Board?
9
Mesa Community College
Pima Community College
Pima Medical Institute
Penn Foster College
After graduating from vet school, what 2 steps must be taken for a DVM to become Licensed in Arizona?
national exam and state exam