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Veterinary Technician License in Pennsylvania

Quick Answer

Pennsylvania does not have a state-level HVAC license — licensing is municipal. Check with Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, or your local jurisdiction for requirements.

Background Check
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Requirements

Veterinary Technician license in Pennsylvania

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

Department of State~Bureau of Professional & Occupational Affairs~Veterinary Medicine Board

Veterinary Technician Salary in Pennsylvania

Entry Level

$43,350

Median

$61,120

Experienced

$84,190

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Veterinary Technician in Pennsylvania.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

Veterinary Technician Licensing in Pennsylvania: What to Know

Pennsylvania did not return an HVAC-specific match in COS data. Pennsylvania does not have a statewide HVAC license — licensing is at the local level. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and other municipalities have their own HVAC licensing requirements.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.