Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians (APRVT)
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VTS (Physical Rehabilitation) Exam

Class of 2021 - Save the Month!
October 2021

Applicants wishing to become part of the class of 2021 VTS (Physical Rehabilitation) should continue to check this page for more details after April 1st, 2021.

Examination Learning Objectives/Domains taken from the APRVT Skills list

Required Core Categories
  • Canine/Feline Behavior and Handling - 10 questions
  • Small Animal Anatomy, Physiology and Directional Terms - 10 questions
  • Responses of Musculoskeletal Tissues to Disuse and Remobilization - 10 questions
  • Patient Assessment and Management - 15 questions
  • Physical Modalities, Manual Techniques and Adjunctive Treatments - 20 questions
  • Common Conditions and Surgical Procedures in Veterinary Physical Rehabilitation - 10 questions
  • Client Communication - 5 questions
  • Nutrition - 10 questions
Supplemental Skills - 10 questions
Therapeutic Exercise Equipment and Therapeutic Modalities - 10 questions

Examination Format

The VTS (Physical Rehabilitation) board examination will be a 100 multiple choice question with the possibility of at least one written answer question. Examination questions are validated by diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation with at least two references found in the APRVT reading list.

Examination Fees

Examination fees can be paid in the APRVT Store and are non-refundable.
The fee for the Examination are $100.00. Examinees are responsbile for securing their own housing and transportation.  

Special Accommodations

Should an examinee require special accommodations, the Exam Chair must be notified prior to the examination in the time period specified in the APRVT ByLaws. 

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The Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Technicians is a Section 501(c)(6) not-for profit organization and 
is a recognized Academy accepted by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians (NAVTA)
The Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians logo and business entity are registered trademarks of the USPTO and any attempt to represent,
​copy or distribute without the express permission from the APRVT may be subject investigation.
The titles VTS (Physical Rehabilitation) and VTS (Physical Rehab) are restricted for members use only as stated in the ByLaws and any unlawful attempts will be investigated.
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  • Home
  • About the APRVT
    • History
    • Board of Directors 2019-2020
    • Charter Members
    • Code of Ethics
    • ByLaws and Constitution
    • ACVSMR and AARV
  • Learning Lab/CE
    • Continuing Education Resources
    • Physical Rehabilitation Credentialing Programs
  • Apply
    • Pre-Application
    • Application Information
  • Examination
    • Examination
  • Members
    • Member Benefits
    • Speakers Bureau
    • Find a Member
    • Member Authorship Guidelines
    • Renew Membership
  • Sponsors
    • Sponsors
    • Donate!
  • Get Connected
    • Social Media
    • Newsletter
    • Newsletter Archives
    • Blog
    • Career Opportunities
  • FAQ
  • Media
  • Store