I believe that unlicensed assistants, other than LVT/Veterinarian Students (in training, pending licensure, in an approved/accredited program) should not be allowed to place IVCs.  Licensed individuals have gone through rigorous training and education in order to take on the responsibility of placing indwelling IVCs... drugs and fluids, even chemotherapy are all administered through these IVCs.  I’m definitely aware that there is a shortage of LVTs in Virginia, and everywhere, truly.  At what point will there be a line between licensed technician duties, versus assistant duties? If laws allowing assistants to complete tasks that LVTs once needed training for, what will be the incentive to put in the dedication and hard work go to school and get a degree (plus licensure), if assistants are becoming hired in place of technicians?