The Certified Veterinary Assistant program (CVA) is a learn-on-the-job vocational training experience that covers the basic fundamentals of veterinary medicine and animal care and handling. This program is a member benefit for CVMA members; it was developed by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association and Animal Care Technologies to train and certify those individuals wishing to follow a career path as a veterinary assistant. Through this program, veterinary medical personnel are empowered to become informed, skilled, and trusted members of the veterinary medical team.