Veterinary Technology Training 

 Associate of Occupational Studies 

If you have a love of animals and an interest in animal health, nursing, and husbandry, becoming a veterinary technician could be the career for you. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment of veterinary technologists and technicians is expected to grow much faster than average through 2014.*

 Program Objectives 

The Associate of Occupational Studies in Veterinary Technology program focuses on the handling and health care management of a variety of species including—though not limited to—cats, dogs, exotics, lab animals, horses, cattle, small ruminants, and birds. The program provides you with both the classroom and clinical experience that you will need to apply for an entry-level position as a veterinary technician. Graduates of the program may be eligible to take the Veterinary Technician National Examination.†

 Career Opportunities 

Upon graduation, you can pursue entry-level positions in the following settings:
  • Veterinary offices
  • Emergency clinics
  • The Humane Society
  • U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • Federal and state fish and game departments
  • Producers of lab animals
  • Research institutions
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturers

  

 

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-2007 Edition.


† However, the College cannot guarantee a student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. A student's eligibility may depend on his or her work experience, completion of high school (or its equivalent), not having a criminal record, meeting other licensure or certification requirements, or the program or College itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure. Externship sites may themselves require a criminal background check or medical examination.