Join the Massachusetts Veterinary Technician Association!

Please note: All membership applications and certification renewals must be submitted online.

Applications or renewals mailed to the MVTA office will not be accepted.

Certificated Veterinary Technician (CVT) - New Member Full membership

Open graduates of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology or Veterinary Nursing program

New CVT Application Requirements

The following must be uploaded to the online new certification application form.

• Graduation from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology/Veterinary Nursing program

• Diploma or college transcripts showing a degree in veterinary technology or veterinary nursing, if not clearly displayed on the diploma required.

• Passing score on the VTNE within the past 3-years
• AAVSB documentation that includes the actual numerical score required.

Use the link below to apply for new membership as a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

New certification application- $65

 Please allow 4-6 weeks for application and renewal processing.

Certification via reciprocity

Open to veterinary technicians who are currently credentialed in a state other than Massachusetts who are graduates of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology or Veterinary Nursing program.

Reciprocity Application Requirements

The following must be uploaded to the online new certification application form.

• Current credential, in another state, as a veterinary technician.
• A copy of current certification, license, or registration required
• Passing score on the VTNE
• AAVSB documentation that includes the actual numerical score or AAVSB Vault transfer required
• There is no time limit for VTNE Scores when applying via reciprocity.
• Graduation from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology/Veterinary Nursing program
• Diploma or college transcripts showing a degree in veterinary technology or veterinary nursing, if not clearly displayed on the diploma required. 

Certification via reciprocity application - $65

 Please allow 4-6 weeks for application and renewal processing.

CVT Renewal Applications

An email renewal reminder will be sent in October of each year containing the link to that year's renewal application.

A link will also be available on the "Members Only" page at that time. Use the link at the top of this page to log in. 

 Please allow 4-6 weeks for application and renewal processing.

Has your membership and certification lapsed for more than 1 year?

Please email [email protected] for information and a link to an online lapsed renewal form. Please note 12 CE credits per year and a renewal fee of $50 per year plus a $25 late fee per year are required to renew.

Individuals whose membership and certification have lapsed for more than 3 years are ineligible for renewal and must reapply and meet all current MVTA requirements. (See new CVT application requirements above).