As an LVT, I support allowing thoroughly trained and competent veterinary assistants to place an IVC. I got into this field because of my love for animals and my desire to help them. If the quality of care goes up because more people are trained to place an IVC, the better. I worked at a small veterinary practice for 6 years, and at times we were short-handed. The patients still received quality care as best as could be provided, but at times they had to wait longer than they should have. At times, an LVT may not be available or a practice may not have an LVT on the payroll and the vet(s) may be tied up with another patient. If an animal needs an IVC and someone who has been trained to place it, but is not necessarily licensed, is available, I am all for it, as long as the assistant has DVM approval.