Colorado Association of Certified Veterinary Technicians
Supporting Quality Veterinary CareApplication Forms
Please note: there are several categories based on when you are renewing, transferring into the state, or just recently passed the VTNE. Please click on the appropriate area for more information.
Contact information for the association is found at the bottom of this Web site page
- Have been certified in Colorado in the past and have let my membership lapse
- Was certified in Colorado in good standing through June 30, 2010, but did not renew for this current certification period (July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012)
- Have just moved to Colorado and am currently credentialed in another state
- Have just moved to Colorado and am not currently credentialed in another state
- Passed the VTNE - July-Aug 2010
- Passed the VTNE - Nov-Dec 2010
- Passed the VTNE - March 2011
- Passed the VTNE - July-Aug 2011
- Passed the VTNE - Nov-Dec 2011
- Applying for Associate Membership
- Applying for Student Membership
- Newsletter only
- Any other situations not found on this list
1. Have been certified in Colorado in the past and have let my membership lapse
4. Have just moved to Colorado and am not currently credentialed in another state
13. Any other situations not found on this list
For any of these situations, please contact the CACVT office as your situation will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Please provide as much information as possible such as when you were credentialed in good standing and when it lapsed.
Our staff will be glad to assist you to identify your current status. Contact us at either 303-318-0652 during normal business hours, or via email: admin@cacvt.com.
2. Was certified and have not applied for current period:
Application for certification period July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2012
Criteria: Have been certified in Colorado in good standing (fees and CE requirements) through the certification period ending on June 30, 2010.
Active CVT category Application Form
Click here for an application in Word OR Click here for an application in PDF
Please fill out completely and either:
1) e-mail or fax to the CACVT office and submit payment via paypal (below) OR
2) print and mail to the CACVT office with check or money order payable to CACVT
contact information is at the bottom of this web page
Inactive category application form
For the "Inactive Category," click here for a form in PDF.
click here for a form in word.
To view the guidelines for this category, click here. You must be in good standing in order to apply.
For the "Retired Category," click here for a form in PDF.
Click here for a form in Word.
To view the guidelines for this category, click here. You must qualify for this category.
PAYMENT by Credit Card:
NOTE: you do not have to have a paypal account (click on "pay with debit or credit card" at the bottom on the right side).
Discount is explained on the application form.
Membership expires June 30, 2012.
Certification Only (no membership to CACVT)
NOTE: If you do not wish to be a member of CACVT, you may still maintain your certification status in Colorado without joining the association. This is the Certification Only category.
Click here for the Certification Only Form in Word
Click here for the Certification Only Form in PDF
CACVT does oversee this voluntary certification process under the Certification Committee (under the Certification Branch). Please contact the office for details or for a copy of the bylaws.
In order for individuals to maintain CVT status, they must meet defined requirements established by the Certification Committee. Individuals will have no Association benefits but will be considered a CVT in good standing in the State of CO by CACVT standards.
CACVT Certification Only category - expires June 30, 2012
3. Have just moved to Colorado and am currently credentialed in another state
Welcome to Colorado!
Click here for details about voluntary certification in this state.
Click here for details on the various membership categories.
Requirements for transfer (CO currently accepts reciprocity from other states)
1) Application Form
Active CVT category Application Form
Click here for an application in Word OR Click here for an application in PDF
Please fill out completely and either:
A) e-mail or fax to the CACVT office and submit payment via paypal (below) OR
B) print and mail to the CACVT office with check or money order payable to CACVT
2) VTNE score
This can be a copy of your original results if available. If not, please contact AAVSB for transfer of scores.
3) proof of current credentialing (if within 6 months of testing, then a copy of graduation diploma or transcript is acceptable)
4) fees
Note: if you do not have all of these, or if you are not sure about the fee structure, please contact the CACVT office for assistance.
To pay by credit card (via paypal). NOTE: you do not have to have a paypal account (click on "pay with debit or credit card" at the bottom on the right side).
Discount is explained on the application form.
Membership expires June 30, 2012.
5. and 6. Passed VTNE July-Aug 2010 OR Nov-Dec 2010The following section is only for those who passed the VTNE in July-August 2010 or November-December. Here are the steps to become certified in CO.
1) Please fill out the membership application (note: click here if you do not wish to be a member of the association, but wish to be certified only)
Click here for an application in Word OR Click here for an application in PDF
Please fill out completely and either:
A) e-mail or fax to the CACVT office and submit payment via paypal (below) OR
B) print and mail to the CACVT office with check or money order payable to CACVT
2) Submit a COPY of either your diploma or official transcript either by fax, scanned and emailed, or physical mail. We do not need the original, just a copy of the original!
3) Payment of $124 which is good until June 30, 2012. This can be either check (payable to CACVT) or credit card via paypal (after a 3 month grace period, there is a $25 late fee).
Note: if you took the VTNE in another state during this time, and are transferring into CO, CACVT will also require your VTNE scores. Everything else above applies.
Once we receive everything, you will receive a membership kit in the mail in approx. 6-8 weeks. Please contact the office with questions or if you require assistance. Thank you and welcome to the association!
To pay by credit card (via paypal). NOTE: you do not have to have a paypal account (click on "pay with debit or credit card" at the bottom on the right side).
Discount is explained on the application form.
Membership expires June 30, 2012
7. Passed the VTNE - March 2011The following section is only for those who passed the VTNE in March 2011. Here are the steps to become certified in CO.
1) Please fill out the membership application (note: click here if you do not wish to be a member of the association, but wish to be certified only)
Click here for an application in Word OR Click here for an application in PDF
- note: that the fees are for a full 2 year period - since you are entering the certification period towards the end of the first year, your fees are pro-rated. You have passed your grace period therefore an additional $25 late fee is assessed.
Please fill out completely and either:
A) e-mail or fax to the CACVT office and submit payment via paypal (below) OR
B) print and mail to the CACVT office with check or money order payable to CACVT
contact information is at the bottom of this page
2) Submit a COPY of either your diploma or official transcript either by fax, scanned and emailed, or physical mail. We do not need the original, just a copy of the original!
3) Payment of $62 + $25 = $87 which is good until June 30, 2012. This can be either check (payable to CACVT) or credit card via paypal.
Note: if you took the VTNE in another state during this time, and are transferring into CO, CACVT will also require your VTNE scores. Everything else above applies. Please see section #3 for appropriate payment.
Once we receive everything, you will receive a membership kit in the mail in approx. 6-8 weeks. Please contact the office with questions or if you require assistance. Thank you and welcome to the association!
To pay by credit card (via paypal). NOTE: you do not have to have a paypal account (click on "pay with debit or credit card" at the bottom on the right side).
Discount is explained on the application form.
Membership expires June 30, 2012
8. Passed the VTNE - July-Aug 2011The following section is only for those who passed the VTNE in July-Aug 2011. Here are the steps to become certified in CO.
1) Please fill out the membership application (note: click here if you do not wish to be a member of the association, but wish to be certified only)
Click here for an application in Word OR Click here for an application in PDF
- note: that the fees are for a full 2 year period - since you are entering the certification period towards the end of the first year, your fees are pro-rated. You have passed your grace period therefore an additional $25 late fee is assessed.
Please fill out completely and either:
A) e-mail or fax to the CACVT office and submit payment via paypal (below) OR
B) print and mail to the CACVT office with check or money order payable to CACVT
contact information is at the bottom of this page
2) Submit a COPY of either your diploma or official transcript either by fax, scanned and emailed, or physical mail. We do not need the original, just a copy of the original!
3) Payment of $62 + $25 = $87 which is good until June 30, 2012. This can be either check (payable to CACVT) or credit card via paypal.
Note: if you took the VTNE in another state during this time, and are transferring into CO, CACVT will also require your VTNE scores. Everything else above applies.
Once we receive everything, you will receive a membership kit in the mail in approx. 6-8 weeks. Please contact the office with questions or if you require assistance. Thank you and welcome to the association!
To pay by credit card (via paypal). NOTE: you do not have to have a paypal account (click on "pay with debit or credit card" at the bottom on the right side). Discount is explained on the application form.
Membership expires June 30, 2012
10. Associate Membership
Category for anyone wishing to join the association without requiring certification. Click here for details about this category (including all benefits of association membership).
Click here for an application in Word OR Click here for an application in PDF
Please fill out completely and either:
1) e-mail or fax to the CACVT office and submit payment via paypal (below) OR
2) print and mail to the CACVT office with check or money order payable to CACVT
contact information is at the bottom of this page
To pay by credit card (via paypal). NOTE: you do not have to have a paypal account (click on "pay with debit or credit card" at the bottom on the right side).
Discount is explained on the application form.
Membership expires June 30, 2012
Note: must be currently attending an AVMA program in Veterinary Technology
For a Student Membership application form, click here for a form in Word
For a Student Membership application form, click here for a form in PDF
Some schools have a group membership. If you are attending one of these programs, no fees are required. Please just submit the application form. Thank you.
Schools currently included in group membership: Bel-Rea, CMC, PIMA, FRCC
Memberships are for one year only and expire on June 30 of each year. If you are still attending a program, you may reapply for the next year.
12. Application Form for Newsletter ONLY membership
Note: CACVT publications are automatically included in the other membership categories.
This category is ideal for clinics or other groups or individuals who wish to stay current on CACVT activities. It includes a 10-page "Techniques" newsletter on even numbered months, and an E-nformation e-newsletter e-mailed on odd numbered months.
Please fill out the following form, then you will be automatically directed to a payment page.
Costs:
$20/year for Techniques physically mailed to designated address
$10/year for Techniques to be e-mailed to designated e-mail address
$0/year for non-profit groups or special invites (just fill out the form and then exit at the payment page)
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