National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America

National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America is a Non-profit organization that represents the interests of Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants in the United States. The organization was founded in 1981 by a group of Veterinary technicians who were members of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the North American Veterinary Technician Association. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America works closely with other organizations, such as the American Animal Hospital Association and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, to promote the profession of Veterinary technology. The organization also collaborates with Veterinary schools and Veterinary hospitals, including the University of California, Davis and the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine.

● History

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America was established in 1981, with the goal of promoting the profession of Veterinary technology and providing a voice for Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants in the United States. The organization's early years were marked by collaboration with other Veterinary organizations, such as the American Veterinary Medical Association and the North American Veterinary Technician Association. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also worked closely with Veterinary schools, including the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine, to develop Curriculum and Accreditation standards for Veterinary technology programs. In the 1990s, the organization began to focus on Advocacy and Legislation, working with Politicians such as Senator Ted Kennedy and Representative Henry Waxman to promote the interests of Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants.

● Organization

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America is a Non-profit organization that is governed by a Board of directors. The organization has a number of Committees, including the Executive Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Membership Committee. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also has a number of State organizations, including the California Veterinary Technicians Association and the New York State Association of Veterinary Technicians. The organization works closely with other Veterinary organizations, such as the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, to promote the profession of Veterinary technology. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America is also a member of the National Board for Certification in Veterinary Technology and the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities.

● Certification

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America supports the Certification of Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants through the National Board for Certification in Veterinary Technology. The organization believes that Certification is essential for ensuring the Competence and Professionalism of Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also works closely with the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities to develop Accreditation standards for Veterinary technology programs. The organization collaborates with Veterinary schools, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, to promote the importance of Certification and Accreditation in the field of Veterinary technology. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also recognizes the importance of Continuing education and provides opportunities for Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants to earn Continuing education units through Conferences and Workshops, such as the American Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention and the North American Veterinary Conference.

● Membership

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America has over 12,000 members, including Veterinary technicians, Veterinary assistants, and Students enrolled in Veterinary technology programs. The organization offers a number of benefits to its members, including Discounts on Conferences and Workshops, access to Job postings, and opportunities for Networking with other Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also provides Scholarships and Awards to its members, including the Veterinary Technician of the Year Award and the Student Scholarship Award. The organization collaborates with other Veterinary organizations, such as the American Animal Hospital Association and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, to promote the interests of its members. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also works closely with Veterinary schools, including the Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, to support the education and training of its members.

● Advocacy

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America is a strong advocate for the profession of Veterinary technology and works to promote the interests of Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants in the United States. The organization collaborates with other Veterinary organizations, such as the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, to promote Legislation and Policy that supports the profession of Veterinary technology. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also works closely with Politicians, including Senator John Kerry and Representative Nancy Pelosi, to promote the interests of Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants. The organization is a member of the One Health Initiative and works to promote the importance of One Health in the field of Veterinary medicine. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also recognizes the importance of Animal welfare and works to promote the humane treatment of Animals, including Companion animals and Livestock.

● Education

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America is committed to promoting Education and Training in the field of Veterinary technology. The organization works closely with Veterinary schools, including the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine and the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, to develop Curriculum and Accreditation standards for Veterinary technology programs. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also provides opportunities for Continuing education and Professional development through Conferences and Workshops, such as the American Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention and the North American Veterinary Conference. The organization collaborates with other Veterinary organizations, such as the American Animal Hospital Association and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, to promote the importance of Education and Training in the field of Veterinary technology. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America also recognizes the importance of Mentorship and provides opportunities for Veterinary technicians and Veterinary assistants to mentor Students and new graduates in the field of Veterinary technology. Category:Veterinary organizations