To ensure the quality of the results on labwork. Accredidation ensures that the testing equipment and materials is handled appropriately so as to be in good condition, that staff are trained and perform tests appropriately and that facilities are maintained in a way so as to minimize the risk of contamination of samples which could lead to false results.
There are more than 200 schools that offer diplomas or degrees in veterinary technology and are American Veterinary Medical Association accredited. AVMA accreditation is important, because it is required in most states in the US in order to sit for credentialing exams and work as a veterinary technician. Because the number of programs accredited and the accreditation status of a program can change, it is recommended to go directly to the AVMA website to find currently accredited programs.
Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)
I do not have a figure for the world, however according to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are 28 colleges in 26 States that meet accreditation standards set by the Council on Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
Yes, Yes it is.
It is a four year program of study (post bachelor's degree) at an accredited college of veterinary medicine. There are 28 colleges in 26 States that meet accreditation standards set by the Council on Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
Yes, and the transfer works in all directions. Veterinary colleges around the world recognize the accreditation of foreign veterinary colleges and most countries have formalized paths for graduates of foreign veterinary colleges to enter the country and practice veterinary medicine. In addition, service with a country's military often allows a veterinarian to practice medicine around the world.
If your state does not have any accreditation process it is very likely the schools will be accredited by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association. Check with them to make sure the school you want to attend is a good one.
Any decent one, yes.
AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA). This is for distance learning programs
Generally, an associate's degree in veterinary technology.
Prospective veterinarians must graduate with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M. or V.M.D.) degree from a 4-year program at an accredited college of veterinary medicine. There are 28 colleges in 26 States that meet accreditation standards set by the Council on Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
If a college has an accredited school of veterinary medicine, it's a good vet school - the accreditation process is very strict. In the United States there are 28 schools of veterinary medicine. Around the world, most countries have at least one school of veterinary medicine and many of the first world countries have several.