Applications are now open to current veterinary technician students
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – June 15, 2023 – The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) and Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. (BI AH US) announced today the renewal of the Tuition for Vet Techs Scholarship program and subsequent call for applicants.
The Tuition for Vet Techs Scholarship was established in 2022 to help meet the increased need for credentialed veterinary technicians in the animal health profession. Scholarship applications are now being accepted and will be awarded to up to 20 applicants in the Fall of 2023. BI AH US has committed to funding the Tuition for Vet Techs Scholarship program through 2026.
“Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of animals is founded on a commitment to serve the veterinary community and their evolving needs,” said Randolph Legg, President and Head of Commercial Business at Boehringer Ingelheim USA Inc. “Veterinary technicians are the front lines of protecting and advancing animal health and we’re proud to support their education through these scholarships.”
Veterinary technicians play an essential role in the field of animal health by providing quality service and care in private clinics, animal hospitals, and research facilities. The role of a veterinary technician is similar to a registered nurse in human healthcare, where highly-skilled, educated, and credentialed individuals assist with administering treatments or medications under the supervision of a licensed doctor.
“Based on NAVTA’s 2022 Demographic Survey results, more than one in three credentialed veterinary technicians have student debt averaging close to $30,000,” said NAVTA President Jamie Rauscher, LVT. “This year, NAVTA and BI AH USA have extended the scholarships they are offering to include recent graduates of American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)-accredited Veterinary Technology/Nursing programs. We hope that the Tuition for Vet Techs Scholarship will help our colleagues (and future colleagues) pursue and continue growing in the veterinary field with less of a financial burden, thus allowing them to thrive and grow into emerging leaders of our profession. The Tuition for Vet Techs Scholarship will help an entire generation of students pursue their career in veterinary nursing with less financial burden.”
The scholarship funds may be used for payment of tuition fees, supplies for classes/labs, textbooks, and student loans. The scholarship funds will be mailed directly to the individuals who are selected as winners. Applicants can apply and be awarded the scholarship once per calendar year, provided they meet the application eligibility requirements.
ELIGIBILITY
Current Students
- Must be a veterinary technology/nursing student who has completed at least one year of program requirements as a full-time student in an AVMA-accredited program (on-campus or distance learning).
- Submit transcripts (official or unofficial is acceptable) showing a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Submit a letter from the Registrar (or program director) confirming current enrollment at full-time status.
- Submit a minimum of 1/maximum of 3 professional letter(s) of recommendation (e.g., program director, faculty, advisor).
- NAVTA Student Membership required (SCNAVTA membership preferred).
- Submit a 500-word essay that addresses the following subject:
- In 2023, NAVTA is celebrating the 30th anniversary of National Veterinary Technician Week. Where would you like to see the veterinary technician/nursing profession in the next 10 years?
- The essay formatting should be double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-pt font, with 1-inch margins.
Recent Graduates
- Must have graduated in 2021, 2022, or 2023 from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology/nursing program (on-campus or distance learning).
- Submit transcripts (official or unofficial is acceptable) showing a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and graduation date. If transcripts do not have a graduation date, include a copy of diploma.
- Submit a letter confirming current employment as a veterinary technician.
- Submit a minimum of 1/maximum of 3 professional letter(s) of recommendation (e.g., employer, DVM, credentialed veterinary technician).
- NAVTA Credentialed Membership required.
- Submit a 500-word essay that addresses the following subject:
- In 2023, NAVTA is celebrating the 30th anniversary of National Veterinary Technician Week. Where would you like to see the veterinary technician/nursing profession in the next 10 years?
- The essay formatting should be double-spaced, Times New Roman 12-pt font, with 1-inch margins.
Applications are now being accepted, and the deadline for application submission is August 13, 2023. Recipients of the Tuition for Vet Techs Scholarship shall be selected by the NAVTA/BI AH USA Scholarship Task Force. Each application will be assessed by the Task Force based on the meeting of eligibility criteria, professionalism of the application, and essay completeness, spelling, and grammar. NAVTA will notify the winning applicants by October 2, 2023. The winning applicants will be announced publicly and officially awarded during National Veterinary Technician Week, October 15-21, 2023.
A completed application form should be submitted via the online portal at: https://www.navta.net/tuition-for-techs
For more information, please contact: info@navta.net
About NAVTA
NAVTA is a US-based not-for-profit membership community of more than 8,500 Credentialed Veterinary Technicians, as well as Veterinary Assistants and other veterinary support staff involved in veterinary care. NAVTA advances the profession of veterinary technology and veterinary nursing through its advocacy and awareness programs, and by providing continuing professional development opportunities. NAVTA supports the veterinary technology and veterinary nursing profession with a host of programs and benefits, available at https://www.navta.net/membership.
About Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health is working on first-in-class innovation for the prediction, prevention, and treatment of diseases in animals. For veterinarians, pet owners, producers, and governments in more than 150 countries, we offer a large and innovative portfolio of products and services to improve the health and well-being of companion animals and livestock.
As a global leader in the animal health industry and as part of the family-owned Boehringer Ingelheim, we take a long-term perspective. The lives of animals and humans are interconnected in deep and complex ways. We know that when animals are healthy, humans are healthier too. By using the synergies between our Animal Health and Human Pharma businesses and by delivering value through innovation, we enhance the health and well-being of both.
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health has deep roots in the U.S. From a start in St. Joseph, Missouri, more than 100 years ago, it has grown to encompass seven sites. The Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health portfolio contains widely used and well-respected vaccines, parasite control products and therapeutics for pets, horses and livestock including NexGard® (afoxolaner), HEARTGARD® (ivermectin), PYRAMID®/PRESPONSE®, VAXXITEK®, INGELVAC CircoFLEX®, and PRASCEND® (pergolide tablets). Learn more about Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. at www.bi-animalhealth.com.
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