This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the certification of veterinary technicians in Arizona. Under the existing law, applicants must provide satisfactory evidence of graduation from a two-year veterinary technology program. The new bill introduces an alternative pathway for certification, allowing applicants to submit a record of two years of on-the-job training or experience working under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. This alternative route requires the Board to establish rules governing the hours required for each skill learned during this training.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that applicants who pursue this alternative certification route must provide documentation that includes a description of the skills developed and the signature of the supervising veterinarian. The changes aim to broaden access to veterinary technician certification while maintaining oversight by the Board to ensure that applicants meet necessary skill requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-2242