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How to Become an LVT in SC

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  1. Graduate from an AVMA CVTEA Accredited veterinary technology program
  2. Apply to take and pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)
  3. Apply for a SC veterinary technician license
    1. Fill out the application for a license (all of the following must be completed within 1 year of applying)
    2. Pay the application fee
    3. Provide a copy of your valid Driver's License, State Issued ID, Passport or a copy of your Social Security card
    4. Submit a completed Notarized Verification of Lawful Presence Form
    5. Provide legal documentation of name change: (marriage certificate, divorce decree, etc.) if applicable
    6. Answer Personal History Questions (You will need to attach a written explanation for any “Yes” answers in the Personal History Information section on a separate sheet of paper and additional information may be requested by the Board Office or a Board appearance may be necessary)
    7. Request your official transcripts from your AVMA CVTEA accredited veterinary technology program be sent directly to the SC vet med board (contact.vetboard@llr.sc.gov or mailed to the Board office)
    8. Contact each state board you are currently, or have previously been, licensed with and have the license verification sent directly to the Board office
    9. Ask the AAVSB to send a copy of your VTNE score directly to the Board office via email or mail
  4. Take and pass the Jurisprudence Examination 
    1. Once the completed application is approved, you will be emailed instructions with a User ID to take the exam online. A score of 70 or higher is considered a passing score. Do not send in your certificate of passing; the Board is automatically notified. To prepare for the Jurisprudence exam, you should review the Veterinary Laws and Regulations located on the website at www.llr.sc.gov/vet/laws 
  5. You are now an LVT and will be sent your license in the mail!
  6. Become a member of the South Carolina Association of Veterinary Technicians (optional but highly recommended!)

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