I feel that most technicians already receive over the 6 hour requirement.  If an LVT goes to an all day conference they have usually surpassed the 6 hour requirement set forth by the BVM.  Most employers I have worked for have given me a CE allowance for the year to use as I see fit or at least given me the day off to get all my CE requirements.  I don't see this as a benefit but a requirement from veterinary practices to ensure their LVT's are well educated to perform their jobs effectively.

I believe that if technicians that have been in the field for a long time (like myself) need more hours to keep up with the newest technological advances in veterinary medicine.  On the other hand, I feel that veterinary technician students and new graduates need all the CE they can get to become the best technicians they can be.  KNOWLEDGE IS POWER! 

The only way for us to excel in our careers, provide excellent patient care, and client education would be to increase the CE requirement from 6 hours to 8 hours.  

Thank you for reviewing this important matter.