{"@id":"https://credentialengineregistry.org/resources/ce-524da461-335f-4238-a7ca-a841b09ed656","@type":"ceterms:License","@context":"https://credreg.net/ctdl/schema/context/json","ceterms:ctid":"ce-524da461-335f-4238-a7ca-a841b09ed656","ceterms:name":{"en-US":"Licensed Veterinary Technician"},"ceterms:ownedBy":["https://credentialengineregistry.org/resources/ce-e22a2491-5f28-4990-a168-4183d1f610a2"],"ceterms:requires":[{"@type":"ceterms:ConditionProfile","ceterms:name":{"en-US":"Licensure Requirements (General)"},"ceterms:description":{"en-US":"LVT license applicants must meet the following criteria: \n\nGraduate from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program (alternate routes are not accepted). \nPass the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) before taking the Texas State Board Exam (SBE)."},"ceterms:subjectWebpage":"https://veterinary.texas.gov/licensing/types-of-licenses/lvt/"},{"@type":"ceterms:ConditionProfile","ceterms:name":{"en-US":"Licensure Requirements (Information for Applicants with a Criminal History / Background)"},"ceterms:description":{"en-US":"As of October 1, 2018, all applicants must meet the fingerprinting requirement and submit fingerprints before licensure. Any individuals with concerns about a criminal history affecting their eligibility can request a pre-licensure evaluation. \n\nHouse Bill 963 (2009) authorizes individuals to request a Criminal History Evaluation Letter to assess their eligibility for a license. This applies to: \n\n- Current students, graduates, or those planning to enroll in an educational program for initial licensure. \n- Individuals with concerns about felony or misdemeanor convictions or deferred adjudications. \n\nWhy Request an Evaluation? \nIf you believe a prior conviction might make you ineligible for licensure, it is recommended to request this evaluation well in advance of taking the licensing examination."},"ceterms:subjectWebpage":"https://veterinary.texas.gov/licensing/requirements/criminal-history-and-fingerprinting/#criminal-history-evaluation"}],"ceterms:offeredBy":["https://credentialengineregistry.org/resources/ce-e22a2491-5f28-4990-a168-4183d1f610a2"],"ceterms:inLanguage":["en"],"ceterms:description":{"en-US":"The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME) licenses and regulates veterinary technicians under a law passed by the 83rd Legislature, effective September 1, 2014. Only individuals with an LVT license may use the title \"Licensed Veterinary Technician\" in Texas. While licensure is optional, it signifies a professional commitment to high standards in veterinary care."},"ceterms:subjectWebpage":"https://veterinary.texas.gov/licensing/types-of-licenses/lvt/","ceterms:credentialStatusType":{"@type":"ceterms:CredentialAlignmentObject","ceterms:framework":"https://credreg.net/ctdl/terms/CredentialStatus","ceterms:targetNode":"credentialStat:Active","ceterms:frameworkName":{"en-US":"Credential Status"},"ceterms:targetNodeName":{"en-US":"Active"},"ceterms:targetNodeDescription":{"en-US":"Awards of the credential are ongoing."}}}