State Examinations

Veterinarian Licensure Examination

The state board examination consists of an online jurisprudence exam.  This is an open book examination.  Examination instructions will be sent to each candidate by email. The board may require an oral interview.

 

Veterinary Technician LICENSURE examination

The state board examination consists of an online jurisprudence exam.  This is an open book examination.  Examination instructions will be sent to each candidate by email. The board may require an oral interview.

Please contact the Board office if you have any questions.

 

 

National Examinations

North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)

Visit the NAVLE section on this website for information pertaining to the North Dakota NAVLE application process. More information regarding the NAVLE is available on the International Council for Veterinary Assessments (ICVA; formerly the National Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners) website at www.icva.net.

 

Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)

Information regarding the VTNE is available on the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) website at www.aavsb.org.

 

 

 

Updated 07/29/2025