Academy of Laboratory Animal Veterinary Technicians and NursesVTSVNSLAM

The Academy of Laboratory Animal Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (ALAVTN) is a professional organization that certifies veterinary technicians and nurses specializing in laboratory animal medicine. ALAVTN is recognized by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). ALAVTN's address is PO Box 5025, San Jose, CA 95150. The organization operates within the healthcare, research, and education industries. ALAVTN offers various certification categories. These include Research Clinical Nursing, Research Surgeon, and Research Anesthetist certifications. The organization aims to elevate the standards and recognition of veterinary technicians and nurses in research settings. ALAVTN's target industries include Healthcare, Research, and Education. The organization's Executive Director is Stephen Niño Cital RVT, RLAT, SRA, CVPP, VTS- LAM. The President is Summer Boyd, MS, RVT, VTS-LAM, RLATG. Vicki McLain, CVT, LATG, VTS-LAM serves as the Treasurer. Jodi Ternes CVT, RLATG, VTS-LAM and Victoria Elam, CVT, VTS-LAM are Members At Large and Past President, respectively. ALAVTN has several competitive advantages. These include a rigorous application and exam process, and support from NAVTA, AVMA, AALAS, ACLAM, and ASLAP. The organization promotes advanced clinical skills and knowledge, professional recognition and respect, and the potential for higher earnings. The organization's email address is [email protected]. ALAVTN's company values include elevating the veterinary nursing field, stricter regulation of veterinary care tasks, and advocacy for credentialed veterinary technicians and nurses. The organization also values collaboration with other professional organizations and maintains high ethical standards.