Application Process
Due to the high volume of applications submitted, please allow up to 2 weeks for processing applications through the end of the application window.
All appointments rescheduled or cancelled 3 to 30 days prior to the scheduled appointment will be charged a $62.50 fee paid directly to Prometric. A credit card will be required. You will not be allowed to reschedule less than 3 days prior to your appointment. All appointments cancelled less than 3 days prior will forfeit the full exam fee and be required to obtain a new eligibility. The Candidate Handbook for the July-August 2013 VTNE includes the new Domains, Task Statements and Knowledge Statements.
Click here to access the Candidate Handbook.
To take the VTNE, you must apply and pay for the exam and you must apply for eligibility to take the exam. Applications to take the VTNE are always accepted; however, there are deadlines for each examination window. No late applications will be accepted.
Examination Windows
VTNE Online Application and Document Deadlines
State/Provincial Credential Application Deadlines
March 15 – April 15
February 15
May be earlier than AAVSB. See the Board and Agency Directory for contact information.
July 15 - August 15
June 15
November 15 - December 15
October 15
Candidate Handbook
The VTNE Candidate Handbook is designed to be the main source of information for those applying/registering to take the VTNE. All candidates are required to read the handbook.
Click here to access the handbook.
Step 1: Applying
Apply to take the exam with AAVSB. You will pay for the exam when you submit your application. AAVSB accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.
You must create a login for a MyAAVSB account at any time of your application. This account allows you to login and update personal information, ask questions, check status of your application, and review your official score report when available. Please be aware that you will not be able to access your account until your application has been processed. Due to the high volume of applications submitted, please allow up to 2 weeks for processing applications through the end of the application window. If, after that time period, you attempt to log-in and encounter problems, please contact vettech@aavsb.org or call us at 1-877-698-8482.
Step 2: Eligibility
After completing the VTNE application, select your state for additional instructions to confirm your eligibility to take the VTNE exam.
Select your state:
Alabama
Alaska
Alberta
Arizona
Arkansas
British Columbia
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Labrador
Louisiana
Maine
Manitoba
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Brunswick
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
Newfoundland
North Carolina
North Dakota
Northwest Territories
Nova Scotia
Ohio
Oklahoma
Ontario
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Prince Edward Island
Puerto Rico
Quebec
Rhode Island
Saskatchewan
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virgin Islands
Virginia
Washington
West Virgina
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Yukon Territory
A pop-up window will appear after you select continue.
After your application and eligibility have been processed, if approved, you will receive an Authorization-to-Test (ATT) email from Professional Examination Service (PES). This email explains how to make an examination appointment at a Prometric Testing Center which will determine the date, time, and location of your exam. See updated Candidate Handbook for changes regarding examination appointment and additional fees. Click here to access the handbook.