Veterinary Technician / North Dakota
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North Dakota Veterinary Technician License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Assists veterinarians in medical and surgical procedures.

What the North Dakota data shows for Veterinary Technicians

To practice as a veterinary technician in North Dakota, the state licensing board requires 1,608 documented education or training hours, a passing score on VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam). A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under North Dakota's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology".

Budget $72 to get started, plus $66 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: VTNE recognized nationwide — state licensing still required.

Licensing Requirements in North Dakota

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology
1,608 hours
Exam Requirement
VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$72
Renewal Fee
$66
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Veterinary Technician in North Dakota? ▼
North Dakota requires 1608 education/training hours, passing an exam (VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam)), and an initial fee of $72. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Veterinary Technician in North Dakota? ▼
Certification as a veterinary technician in North Dakota means clearing the state's checklist: 1608 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The North Dakota licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Veterinary Technician license to North Dakota from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for veterinary technicians: VTNE recognized nationwide — state licensing still required. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the North Dakota licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does North Dakota require a background check for Veterinary Technician licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the veterinary technician licensing process in North Dakota. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Veterinary Technician in North Dakota? ▼
Licensed veterinary technicians in North Dakota must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $66.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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