How to apply

How to apply to the MVP School for Veterinary Professionals

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Purpose: To provide a clear, step-by-step guide for prospective students and their managers to apply for the MVP School for Veterinary Technicians.

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Eligibility Criteria

Application Requirements

1. Minimum 90-day Employment
   • Applicants must have been employed at an MVP hospital for at least 90 days.
2. Residency
   • Applicants must reside in one of the eligible states.
   • States Eligible to Apply as of July 2024: AR, AZ, CO, HI, MD, ME, MS, OH, SC, SD, TN and VA.
3. Signed Commitment Agreements
   • Mentor Commitment Agreement
     • Mentor should be a qualified Veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician (CrVT).
     • Ensures the mentor understands their role and responsibilities.
   • Practice Manager Commitment Agreement
     • Ensures the practice manager is committed to supporting the student’s participation and academic commitments.
4. Letters of Recommendation
   • Two letters required
     • Ideally one from a hospital lead role.
     • One from a hospital coworker.
   • Should provide a compelling picture of the student’s qualifications, character, and readiness for the program.
5. Proof of Rabies Vaccination
   • Proof of rabies vaccination is required for program admission (vaccination required by AVMA).
   • Vaccines can be obtained through your local health department or Passport Health.
6. Predictive Index Assessment Scores
   • Applicants must complete two online Predictive Index Assessments within seven days of submitting the application. 
   • Links to complete the assessments will be sent to applicants upon submitting their applications.
7. Transcript Submissions
   • Digital copies preferred and recommended for expedited enrollment: send to vtschool@mvetpartners.com.
   • Mailed copies accepted but may take longer to process: send to
     • MVP School for Veterinary Technology
     • Attn: Lisa Kernaghan
     • 11904 Kingston Pike
     • Farragut, TN 37934
     • (865) 381-1946
   • Official transcripts need to be mailed or emailed directly by the school, they cannot be sent from the student.

Application Check list

1. Pre-Application Steps
   • Identify a mentor and ensure they meet the qualification criteria.
   • Obtain the mentor’s signature on the Mentor Commitment Agreement.
   • Obtain the practice manager’s signature on the Practice Manager Commitment Agreement.
   • Request official high school or college transcripts to be sent to MVP.
   • Obtain Rabies vaccination and submit documentation with application.
2. Submitting the Application
   • Complete the online application form at MVP School for Veterinary Professionals.
3. Post-Application Steps
   • Complete the Predictive Index Assessments within 7 days of receiving the link.
   • Wait for notice of selection for an interview, which will be communicated within six weeks.

Course of Study

• The pilot cohort must adhere to a strict course of study, completing each quarter within the
  specified time frame for two reasons:
  1. To provide feedback for future cohorts.
  2. To ensure a successive line of students completing the quarters for accreditation
     purposes.
• Complete course surveys after each quarter.

Accreditation

• The school is currently offering a diploma for completing the curriculum.
• Efforts are being made to achieve full accreditation, which will extend the program to 8 quarters for an associate’s degree.
• MVP cannot guarantee nor provide a timeframe that the program will earn accreditation.

Additional Information

• Cost of the Program:
  • The program is fully funded by MVP, with no cost to students or hospitals.

• Commitment to MVP:
  • Students are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress, adhere to program
    guidelines, and continue employment with MVP while enrolled.
  • If a student decides to leave MVP, they will no longer be eligible to continue the
    program.

Key Dates for Student Applicants

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For Questions

1. Team members should first consult the MVP School for Veterinary Technology’s Catalog and Handbook available on the school’s website (learnwithmvp.com) for detailed program-specific information, including admissions, grading, instructional resources, proctoring, technology requirements, student support services, syllabus/course details, and policies related to safety, technology, or attendance.
2. Review the MVP VT School Enrollment FAQ
3. Please submit all remaining questions via email to vtschool@mvetpartners.com