California Occupational License

License Title:
    Registered Veterinary Technician
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Licensing Agency:
     Department of Consumer Affairs
     Veterinary Medical Board

Licensing Agency Contact Information:
     Address: 1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 230
Sacramento,  CA  95834

     Phone Number: (916) 515-5220
     Fax Number: (916) 928-6849

     E-mail Address: vmb@dca.ca.gov
     Internet Address: http://www.vmb.ca.gov

License Requirements, Fees, and Examination Information:
Paramedicals assisting veterinarians.

Fees: Application: $125
Examination: $175
Renewal: $140

Examination Frequency: Continuous

Exam Locations: Statewide

Experience Requirement: Completion of 2-year approved animal health technician program, or equivalent.

Average Time to Process Application: 60-day review period.

Renewal Period: Biennially (every second year).

Comments: N/A

Special License Requirements: N/A

Authority: Business and Professions Code, Sections 4841-4842.1.
Occupations To Which This License Applies:
Occupation TitleSOC Code
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 292056