In the United States, who can diagnose disease in a veterinary patient? (Choose all that apply)

Who is primarily responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the waiting area?

A client calls to pick up their pet's monthly heartworm prevention. Which role is best suited to help the client fulfill their request? (Choose all that apply)

Which role is medically trained and best suited to prepare a patient for surgery? (Choose all that apply)

Which entry level role is best suited for providing basic care to pets in a boarding facility?

A VTS designation is a high level specialized accreditation for:

True/False: A veterinary intern is a licensed DVM pursing additional focused education. They can perform surgery on a patient.

A veterinary internship lasts ______.

To become a board certified diplomate in a specialized area of veterinary medicine, most DVMs pursue a residency.

Which role in the veterinary clinic is responsible for obtaining the first patient history?

TRUE/FALSE: A vet tech can be trained to perform ALL the skills of a kennel attendant, vet assistant, and front desk staff.

TRUE/FALSE: A CVA and CVT have the same level of education and only differ by their experience.

In 2026, to become a CVT, LVT, or RVT you must attend an AVMA approved program and successfully pass the VTNE.

This role of the veterinary team is often responsible for phlebotomy, taking x-rays, & giving medications.

This certification can be earned by staff who choose to focus on the area of practice management.

Who can pursue a CVPM certification? (Choose all that apply)

What is the AVERAGE salary of a CVA working approximately 40 hrs/week in MA?

Which role is BEST suited to breakdown (clean) the surgical suite post sx? (Choose all that apply)

Select TRUE statements of a kennel attendant.

Which credential is required to legally perform anesthesia monitoring in some states?

TRUE/FALSE: Only DVMs or VMDs are authorized to prescribe prescriptions to animals.

Which team member is typically responsible for assisting during surgical procedures by handing instruments to the veterinarian?

TRUE/FALSE: You must be a CrVT (credentialed vet tech) to earn a CVPM designation.

True/False: It is more difficult to get into vet school than med school.

True/False: A VTS can specialize in behavior

AVMA stands for

True/False: NH has specific requirements for who can and cannot be called a Veterinary Technician.

True/False: MA has specific requirements for who can and cannot be called a Veterinary Technician.

True/False: You must become a CVA first, before you become a CVT

If someone is 18 years old when the graduate high school, how old will they be if they take the typical path to become a DVM?

True/False: Some larger veterinary companies will pay for you to earn your CVT credential?

Which is one of the highest paying sectors of vet med for all roles and postions?

This role is often responsible for both the first and last impression a client has of a clinic

To obtain this degree a person needs to complete approximately 8 additional years of schooling post high school

Considered an entry level position in most vet hospitals, requiring good organization & people skills.

When it comes time to discuss euthanasia who will be in charge of placing the IVC prior to medical administration?

This term means that the individual is studying a specific specialty beyond their DVM degree

This role works closely with the Medical Director to help enforce the policies of the practice.

In the state of MA, a CVT who holds a VTS in Dentistry can perform dental extractions if they are also performing a dental prophylaxis.

In the state of CA, an RVT who holds a VTS in Dentistry can perform dental extractions if they are also performing a dental prophylaxis and have received advanced training.

Now that you are more educated about veterinary careers, what career would you choose if you had to choose one today? (No value, only polling question)