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 June 2025: Residency in eligible states:  AR, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, IN, KS, MI, MD, ME, MO, MS, NC, OH, SC, SD, TN, VA, and WI.
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) – must be submitted no later than 60 days post enrollment.
   • 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 1.3 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. DEAC Achievement Disclosure Form
3. Review the MVP VT School Enrollment FAQ
4. Please submit all remaining questions via email to vtschool@mvetpartners.com