Veterinarian Training

COVID-19 Update

All on-site training programs at ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance are currently suspended due to risks associated with COVID-19. We have not yet determined the date on which our programs will resume. All updates will be posted on this page, so please check back intermittently.

We are proud to offer licensed veterinarians an educational, hands-on experience with safe, effective and efficient spay/neuter procedures. Our program, based in Asheville, NC, has gained popularity and recognition from veterinarians of all experience levels and backgrounds. Year-round scheduling (Monday to Thursday) and the availability of up to 22 AAVSB RACE and NYSED-approved continuing education credits all contribute to an invaluable program that is experienced by 200 veterinarians annually. Training will be either 1:1 or 2:1, with your ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance instructor, depending on your experience level.

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Program Qualifications

Be a fully licensed veterinarian in the U.S., Puerto Rico or other U.S. territories;
Be currently working or actively volunteering in the high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter field. This may mean that you are employed by, or provide relief/per diem services to, a nonprofit or municipal shelter/clinic; or that you volunteer for community cat events, RAVS or other spay/neuter programs.

We will ask you to provide a letter of reference from the organization for which you provide services or volunteer. If you are unsure about your qualifications, please email us and we will be happy to discuss.

If you would like to attend training with your veterinary support team, then our Surgical Team Training Program is right for you.

If you work at a spay/neuter clinic that is part of the National Spay/Neuter Response Team (NSNRT), please respond accordingly on your application as your program fee will be waived. If you are unsure of the NSNRT status, either check with your clinic director or view our mentored clinics.

Apply for the Program

Step 1: Submit Your Application

We apologize for the inconvenience, but we are not currently accepting applications for this program.

Step 2: Make a Payment

Once dates are confirmed, please make the payment of $800 through PayPal.

Step 3: Apply for North Carolina Temporary Permit

If you do not hold a North Carolina license, you will need to apply for a 60-Day Temporary Permit Certificate through the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board's website. 60 days prior to your arrival, you will receive an email from us with further instructions for applying. In the meantime, please keep in mind that you will need to submit the following supporting documents in addition to the online application. We recommend that you begin collecting this information ahead of time to prevent any processing delays:

Application fee of $150;
Transcript from college/school of veterinary medicine or copy of your diploma;
License verification from state where currently licensed (letter of good standing);
Copy of your Social Security card

Step 4: Prepare for Training