Transferring CVT: $65 for the 1st year

A current CVT, LVT or RVT in another state seeking to transition to a CVT in RI. Requirements are:

  1. VTNE Scores: Transfer your VTNE Scores through the AAVSB to Rhode Island. Please note that CVT Transfers will have to use the AAVSB VAULT Transfer system to send their scores and maintain their integrity. 

  2. Letter of Recommendation: Submit a letter of recommendation from a supervising veterinary team member or veterinarian stating why the applicant should be recognized as a Certified Veterinary Technician by RIVTA.

  3. Continuing Education Credits & Certificates: After initial application has been approved, upload 12 hours of Continuing Education credits; 6 in person, 6 online within 1 week of application approval. For more information on what CE qualifies and where to get it, click here. 

If applying for new certification via transfer after October 1st, you will still be required to submit 12 hours of CE, however your membership will extend to the end of the next calendar year. 

Transferring CVT Membership Application

 

BEGINNING JANUARY 1ST, 2024: RIVTA will no longer be accepting indirect or alternative pathways for New Certified Members. Only applicants who have attended an AVMA accredited program and have taken and passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) will qualify for New Certified Membership. 

RIVTA WILL accept Transferring CVTs if they were credentialed in another state prior to January 1st 2024, AKA Legacies/Grandfathered-in. If you have registered to take the VTNE prior to January 1st 2024, RIVTA will allow time for score transfer. 

Any CVT certified by alternative pathway must maintain their certification each year. Late renewal or inability to meet requirements will result in the termination of certification with RIVTA.

 

Credential Verification

Working in multiple states and looking for credential verification? Complete our new form to ensure that all vital information is received.

RIVTA's Credential Verification Request Form

Alternatively, consider a VAULT Premium Transfer through the AAVSB. While the processing time is longer, the AAVSB helps with:

Note: Arizona, Missouri, Washington, and Quebec do not participate in VAULT Premium. You must use VAULT Basic for these jurisdictions.