How much will credentialing and registration cost? 

CACVT credential fees, which are on a two-year renewal cycle, are $150. Registration with the Department of Regulatory Agencies is $68 for registration, plus $18 for the Peer Health Assistance Program every 2 years. 

I'm already credentialed with CACVT.
How can I access the DORA registration application?

Click here to head over to DORA's website

I'm credentialed in another state. How do I register in Colorado?
DORA will be processing out of state transfers per the Occupational Credential Portability Program.

Click here to apply via the Veterinary Technician Registration (Online Application)

 

What do I do if my credential is from a state without state regulation?

Click here to review CACVT's transfer information

I have a PVT license and am wondering who is qualified to endorse work hours and skills, and when do these hours have to be completed?

Any licensed veterinarian who can attest to your hours and skills within the 7 years prior to submitting the Work Experience Verification Form may sign the endorsement. Multiple forms may be submitted if one veterinarian cannot attest to all the skills and/or hours, but at least one must be licensed in Colorado. And no, the hours do not have to be consecutive, but must be from the 7-year period immediately prior to form submission.

Is there a consequence for calling yourself a veterinary technician, registered veterinary technician, RVT, or VT as an unregistered individual?

The consequence for an unregistered individual using any of the titles listed above is a misdemeanor.

How do I become registered via one of the experience-based pathways if I have a PVT?

Click here for more information on fulfilling the credentialing requirements 

Can I become a CACVT member while working on an experience-based pathway?
Yes! Becoming a CACVT member is a great way to prepare to take the VTNE, stay informed on processes, take advantage of member benefits, and add your voice to CACVT's advocacy endeavors. For more information on memberships, click here. 

Will all credentialed veterinary technicians be required to take CE?
Yes, all veterinary technicians will need to follow the CE requirements for renewal to keep their credential current for registration. The CE requirement is 20 hours every 2 years, 10 of which must be medical in nature.