Forms & Applications

 

VETERINARIANS

Veterinary State Exam Application

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NATIONAL Exam Information for Veterinarians (NAVLE)

North American Veterinary Licensing Examination
Application and approval process: ICVA Website

NOTE: New graduates who apply for the NAVLE thru North Carolina will have a copy of their score sent to the Board office automatically.

NAVLE Candidate Eligibility Policy
A candidate may not sit for the NAVLE more than five (5) times and may not sit for the NAVLE at a date that is later than five (5) years from the candidate’s initial attempt.  Each of the final two (2) attempts must be at least one (1) year from the previous attempt.  Any previous attempts by a candidate to the NAVLE prior to the fall 2007 administration will not count toward the five (5) attempt limit.

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Temporary Permits for Veterinarians - Two (2) Types

TYPE-1
Exam Temporary Permit: For those scheduled to take the NC State Exam
FEE: $150
This permit allows an individual who has applied for the NC State Exam to obtain a certificate to practice veterinary medicine under the supervision of a NC licensed veterinarian while awaiting their exam score to be reported to the Board.  To apply for a Temporary Permit, you must first apply for the State Exam. If you've already done so, log in to the Licensure Gateway and select the Temporary Permit application for those taking the exam and submit. However, with the new on-line exam process, Exam Temporary Permits are seldom needed.

NOTE: The Exam Temporary Permit CANNOT be processed until your exam application and all the required documents for the State Exam have been received. Once your permit has been processed, you and your PRIMARY supervising veterinarian will receive a confirmation e-mail stating so.

TYPE-2
60-Day Temporary Permit: For a Non-Resident Veterinarian
FEE: $150
Another type of temporary permit is also available to a non-resident veterinarian with an ACTIVE license in another state, territory or district of the United States or foreign country, provided that such temporary permit shall be issued for a period of no more than sixty (60) days. G.S. 90-187.4   For those seeking a 60-Day Temporary Permit, you must first create an account (register) via the Licensure Gateway. Once registered, you will log back in and select the 60-Day Temporary Permit application to submit.

Once the application has been submitted, the applicant will be able to log back into the Licensure Gateway 24/7 to check on their application status (e.g. which documents have been received or are pending).

Required Documents: Degree conferred transcript, License Verification(s) from state in which you are currently practicing, if you have a maiden/former name in which documents will be received, a copy of a legal document (e.g. marriage certificate, divorce papers, etc.) and a copy of your Social Security Card (website is secure). If you are not a US citizen, you may submit a copy of your Passport/SIN in lieu of a Social Security Card.
ATTENTION: Document(s) to be mailed or e-mailed FROM SCHOOL / AGENCY to the Board office. E-mail to Janice@ncvmb.org or mail to: NCVMB, 1611 Jones Franklin Rd., Suite 106, Raleigh, NC 27606

Once your permit has been processed, both you and the PRIMARY supervising veterinarian will receive a confirmation e-mail.


The required documents DO NOT have to be received before submitting the application.

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NC State University Faculty Application

FEE: $170
This application is in accordance with The North Carolina General Statutes, which certifies that the holder is exempt from the requirements of licensing under G.S. 90-187.10(3). The requirements indicate that the practice of veterinary medicine is provided in the confines to the Faculty member's duties at the hospital or field service unit of the college of veterinary medicine. The certificate expires mid-June or certificate shall automatically expire when the holder's relationship is terminated with the university.

To apply, you must first create an account via the Licensure Gateway. Once registered, you will log back in and select the Faculty application to submit. Once your permit has been processed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Copy of your Social Security Card (website is secure) AND a degree conferred transcript submitted by the university will need to be received before your application can be processed. Transcripts may be uploaded to your application, mailed to our physical address or e-mailed to Janice@ncvmb.org. If the applicant graduated from a foreign university and finds it difficult to request a copy of their transcript, we will accept a notarized copy from the applicant.

NOTE: The renewal window for these certificates opens May 1st; the certificate is REVOKED on August 14th for non-renewal.

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Veterinary Student Intern Permit

Student Intern Application
FEE: $25
This application allows a third (3rd) and fourth (4th) year veterinary student who is enrolled in an AVMA accredited school to register in North Carolina. The registered student is able to provide limited services under the direct supervision of a NC licensed veterinarian in order to obtain experience at a veterinary practice facility or other professional entity (e.g. animal shelter, zoo, museum if working with mammals, reptiles, vertebrates, etc.).

To apply for this permit, you must first create an account via the Licensure Gateway. Once registered, you will log back in and select the Student Intern Application to submit. You are required to submit an application for each facility/entity you plan to provide services at.

Once the application has been submitted, the applicant will be able to log back into the Licensure Gateway 24/7 to check on their application status (e.g. which documents have been received or are pending).

Supervising veterinarian(s) will be sent a notification e-mail requesting them to electronically sign off on your permit. Your permit cannot be processed until ALL supervisors adhere to this action item.

When the permit has been processed, the applicant and PRIMARY supervising vet will receive an e-mailed confirmation.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Copy of your Social Security Card (website is secure) or copy of SIN card/Passport if from Canada/Off-shore school, copy of a legal document (e.g. marriage certificate, divorce papers, etc.) if you have a maiden/former name in which documents will be received under as well as a Dean's Letter. A Dean’s Letter typically states if you're in good academic standing, your current student status (e.g. full-time, third/fourth-year student, etc.) and when you're expected to graduate.

DUTIES AN INTERN MAY PERFORM: The services of an intern shall be limited to services under the direction and supervision of a veterinarian. This individual may perform such duties as are required in the physical care of animals and in carrying out medical orders as prescribed by the veterinarian.  G.S. 90-181(6)  The intern may perform duties which could include collection of specimens; testing for intestinal parasites; collecting blood; testing for heartworms and conducting other laboratory tests; taking radiographs; cleaning & polishing teeth; perform surgery; administer therapeutic or prophylactic drugs; make ambulatory calls and hospital & clinic diagnoses; prescriptions and treatments.

It shall be the responsibility of the veterinarian supervising the employee to ascertain that the employee performs these specified duties assigned to the employee in a competent manner. These specified duties shall be performed under the direct supervision of the veterinarian in charge of administering care to the patient.

 

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TECHNICIANS

Veterinary Technician State Exam Application

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NATIONAL Exam Information for Veterinary Technicians (VTNE)


Veterinary Technician National Examination
Application and approval process: AAVSB Website
How to prepare for the VTNE

NOTE: New graduates who apply for the VTNE thru North Carolina will have a copy of their scores sent to the Board office automatically; it takes 4-5 weeks from exam date for results to be received.


 

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PRACTICE FACILITIES

1. Proposed Veterinary Practice Facility Name*     PLEASE READ: Facility Naming Rules
2. Agreement for Referral of Service
3. Sample Inspection Form
4. Change in Ownership*
5. Name Change* (FACILITY)
6. Moving/Renovation Notification*
7. Closing Practice Facility Form*
        *The filling of form fields is not supported; will require opening with differnt viewer.
   
   

Questions/Concerns, please contact Keith West at kwest@ncvmb.org

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CORPORATIONS

1. Part-I paperwork for a Professional Corporation (PA, PC, Inc.)
2. Part-I paperwork for a Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC)
3. Part-I paperwork for a Registered Limited Liability Partnership (RLLP)
4. Part-I paperwork for a Foreign Professional Corporation (FPC)
5. Part-II paperwork
6. Amending/Dissolving Articles of Incorporation/Organization
7. Obtain Articles of Incorporation from the Department of the Secretary of State
   IMPORTANT: First select 'Business Registration' in the Within the Department: field, then select either 'Professional Corp' or 'Professional LLC' in the For: field.
   
   

Questions/Concerns, please contact Keith West at kwest@ncvmb.org

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MISCELLANEOUS

1. Change of Address This may also be accomplished on-line. Your personal 'ID' and 'Password' required.

2. Change your Legal Name: Log into the Licensure Gateway to make request. Must upload supporting legal document(s) at time of request. (e.g. Social Security Card, Marriage Certificate, Divorce Decree, etc.) SELECT: My Profile | Name Change

In addition, be sure to update your contact information in your online account (e.g. physical and/or e-mail address change, etc.).

3. License Verification SAMPLE
To request a verification, log into your personal Licensure Gateway account and select Applications / License Verification Request. Upon submission, your verification will be e-mailed to the selected Board(s). Log-In

If you DO NOT have a personal Licensure Gateway account, you will need to submit this paper application form via US mail.   Paper Request