1.  Preceptor credentials: Preceptors must possess one of the following credentials:

a) A DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited institution

b) Be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in their state

c) Be a graduate of an AVMA/CVTEA accredited program of veterinary technology

d) Be licensed to practice in their state of residence as an RVT or its equivalent

e) Foreign credentials will be considered on a case by case basis.

Questions on acceptable preceptors should be addressed to the director of the program. In general, individuals possessing a degree from an AVMA-listed school will qualify as a preceptor.

2. All potential preceptors must submit a Preceptor Application and be approved by the course instructor two weeks prior to the first day of the course. If there is doubt as to the preceptor's qualifications, the course instructor should be contacted as quickly as possible for clarification.