Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT) in California

Vet techs are the RNs of veterinary medicine — assisting with surgeries, taking X-rays, running lab tests, and monitoring anesthesia. They're in massive demand due to a national shortage, and specialty vet tech salaries can reach $70K+.

$39,268 CA Median Salary
20% Growth Rate
2 years Training

💰 Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT) Salary in California

Estimated salary range for Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT)s in California, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$30,000
Median
$39,268
Experienced
$58,000

🎓 Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT) Licensing in California

Credential required: RVT, CVT, or LVT (VTNE exam + state license)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the California state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT) in California

These listings are shown as related training options for Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT) in California. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Mt San Antonio College

📍 Walnut, CA

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San Diego City College

📍 San Diego, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Napa Valley College

📍 Napa, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Yuba College

📍 Marysville, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Fresno City College

📍 Fresno, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Palo Verde College

📍 Blythe, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Oxnard College

📍 Oxnard, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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City College of San Francisco

📍 San Francisco, CA

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San Bernardino Valley College

📍 San Bernardino, CA

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Long Beach City College

📍 Long Beach, CA

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Merritt College

📍 Oakland, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Palomar College

📍 San Marcos, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Glendale Community College

📍 Glendale, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Saddleback College

📍 Mission Viejo, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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California Nurses Educational Institute

📍 Palm Springs, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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East Los Angeles College

📍 Monterey Park, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Porterville College

📍 Porterville, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Coalinga College

📍 Coalinga, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Diablo Valley College

📍 Pleasant Hill, CA

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Santa Rosa Junior College

📍 Santa Rosa, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Los Angeles Pierce College

📍 Woodland Hills, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Cuesta College

📍 San Luis Obispo, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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College of the Redwoods

📍 Eureka, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Allan Hancock College

📍 Santa Maria, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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College of the Desert

📍 Palm Desert, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Imperial Valley College

📍 Imperial, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Victor Valley College

📍 Victorville, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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American River College

📍 Sacramento, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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San Joaquin Delta College

📍 Stockton, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Fullerton College

📍 Fullerton, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Santa Barbara City College

📍 Santa Barbara, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Cosumnes River College

📍 Sacramento, CA

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Orange Coast College

📍 Costa Mesa, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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San Jose City College

📍 San Jose, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Cuyamaca College

📍 El Cajon, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Mendocino College

📍 Ukiah, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Hartnell College

📍 Salinas, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Southwestern College

📍 Chula Vista, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Cabrillo College

📍 Aptos, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Los Angeles Southwest College

📍 Los Angeles, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Los Angeles City College

📍 Los Angeles, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

📍 La Puente, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Woodland Community College

📍 Woodland, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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El Camino Community College District

📍 Torrance, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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College of the Sequoias

📍 Visalia, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Lake Tahoe Community College

📍 South Lake Tahoe, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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InterCoast Colleges-Rancho Cordova

📍 Rancho Cordova, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Butte College

📍 Oroville, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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College of Marin

📍 Kentfield, CA

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Merced College

📍 Merced, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Monterey Peninsula College

📍 Monterey, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Mt San Jacinto Community College District

📍 San Jacinto, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Las Positas College

📍 Livermore, CA

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Mission College

📍 Santa Clara, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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College of San Mateo

📍 San Mateo, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT) in California.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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