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Everything veterinary technology students need in one place — AVMA-accredited program search, VTNE study tools, a suggested reading list, and AACVT student toolkits built by credentialed veterinary technicians.
AVMA-Accredited Veterinary Technology Programs
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) accredits veterinary technology programs across the United States. Use the AVMA's official directory to find accredited programs by state, degree type (associate or bachelor), and distance-learning options.
VTNE study resources
A mix of free and paid tools for VTNE prep. AACVT does not endorse any single provider — find the combination of practice questions, videos, and flashcards that fits how you learn.
VetTechPrep
Paid practice platformA dedicated VTNE prep platform with thousands of practice questions, detailed answer explanations, timed mock exams, and performance analytics. Designed specifically for the VTNE.
Visit site →AAVSB VTNE Practice Tests
Official practiceThe American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB), which owns the VTNE, offers official practice tests and the Candidate Information Handbook — the authoritative source on exam format, domains, and rules.
Visit site →VetMedTeam
Online coursesOnline continuing education and review courses for veterinary technicians and students, including VTNE review content and study aids.
Visit site →Merck Veterinary Manual Videos
Free clinical videosA freely accessible collection of veterinary reference videos covering clinical procedures and therapeutic topics, ideal for visual review across VTNE domains.
Visit site →Khan Academy — Drug Dosage Math
Free referenceFree unit-conversion and drug dosage calculation lessons — useful for brushing up on the math behind the Pharmacy and Pharmacology domain.
Visit site →Quizlet VTNE Flashcard Decks
Free flashcardsCommunity-built flashcard decks for VTNE domains. Search by domain name (e.g., 'VTNE anesthesia') and combine spaced-repetition study with your practice questions.
Visit site →Suggested VTNE reading list
Core textbooks and the official candidate handbook that map to the nine VTNE domains. You don't need every book — most students use one clinical reference (McCurnin's or Colville) plus a focused pharmacology and lab text.
AAVSB VTNE Candidate Information Handbook
AAVSB
The official handbook — exam format, domains, scoring, retake policy, and test-day rules. Read this first.
View resource →Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians
Tom P. Colville, BVM&S, MRCVS & Joanna M. Bassert, VMD
The foundational anatomy and physiology text used in most accredited programs. Strong reference for Animal Care, Anesthesia, and Surgical Nursing domains.
McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians
Joanna M. Bassert, VMD & John Thomas, DVM
Comprehensive clinical reference covering nursing, anesthesia, pharmacology, surgical nursing, lab procedures, imaging, and dentistry — maps closely to VTNE domains.
Essentials of Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians
James M. Lawhead, DVM, PhD & M. W. Currie, DVM
Drug classes, calculations, controlled substances, and dispensing — a focused reference for the Pharmacy and Pharmacology domain.
Anesthesia for Veterinary Technicians
Susan C. Bryant, BA, CVT & unknown contributors
Anesthesia monitoring, drug protocols, complications, and recovery — supports the Anesthesia and Pain Management domains.
Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians
Margi Sirois, EdD, MS, RVT
Hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, parasitology, and microbiology — the core of the Laboratory Procedures domain.
Small Animal Dental Oral Health for Veterinary Technicians
Cecilia L. Gorrel, MA, VetMB, DDS, MRCVS & unknown contributors
Dental anatomy, charting, radiography, and prophylaxis — supports the Dentistry domain.
Editions change frequently — confirm the current edition with your program or bookstore. Some links are official organizations; others are book titles to find through your preferred retailer or library.
AACVT student toolkits
Tools built by credentialed veterinary technicians, for students. Member downloads are available to signed-in AACVT members.
Study Tips and Organization
A VTNE study toolkit — domain-by-domain study guide, study strategies, vetted resources, and a planner & tracker workbook (member downloads).
Open the toolkit →Assignment Tracker
A fillable workbook for veterinary technology students — keep every class assignment, due date, and grade organized in one place all semester. Member download.
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