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California Veterinary Technician Practical Skills Examination (CA-VTPE) Exam Blueprint

CA-VTPE

AAVSB

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Exam Domains

1 Practical Clinical Skills Weight not published
2 Patient Handling and Restraint Weight not published
3 Specimen Collection and Laboratory Techniques Weight not published
4 Anesthesia Monitoring and Support Weight not published
5 Surgical Assistance Weight not published

Exam Details

Question TypesMultiple Choice
FormatComputer-based at Prometric test centers
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name on ID must match registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- Renewal and continuing education requirements vary by state licensing board. Candidates must verify requirements with their state veterinary or veterinary technician licensing authority.
PrerequisitesVTNE passage required; California-specific additional requirement (recommended)
Retake PolicyNAVLE retake policies are governed by AAVSB and state boards; typically limited attempts per testing window. VTNE retake policies vary; refer to AAVSB at aavsb.org for current rules.

Official Study Resources

candidate handbookNAVLE Candidate Handbook (free)
candidate handbookVTNE Candidate Handbook (free)
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