1. A. The State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners shall examine a candidate for certification as a veterinary technician. A candidate for examination shall pay to the secretary of the Board a reasonable fee established by rule of the Board and shall furnish satisfactory proof of graduation from a program of veterinary technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and approved by the Board.
2. B. The provisions of the Oklahoma Veterinary Practice Act shall not require a licensed veterinarian to hire a registered veterinary technician nor prohibit a licensed veterinarian from employing a veterinary assistant. Licensed veterinarians may delegate animal care responsibilities to employees commensurate with their training, experience, and skills.

Added by Laws 1980, c. 138, § 3, eff. October 1, 1980; Amended by Laws 1992, c. 56, § 3, eff. September 1, 1992; Amended by Laws 1999, c. 94, § 25, eff. November 1, 1999 (superseded document available); Amended by Laws 2002, HB 2109, c. 172, § 6, eff. November 1, 2002 (superseded document available).