- Work with live animals in nearly every course in the program, including valuable Service Learning volunteer experience at humane societies and shelters.
- Get hands-on training. Our state-of-the-art labs simulate real-world veterinary practices, so you’ll get familiar with the tools and equipment used by professionals in the field and gain the skills employers want to see.
- Learn from the experts. You’ll study under the direction of a doctor of Veterinary Medicine who brings 15 years of clinical experience in a diverse private practice to the classroom.
- Gain real-world experience through four clinical placements through study in a program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association to ensure you understand the diverse styles, specializations and tools in the veterinary field.
- Earn credentials quickly with the embedded Veterinary Assistant technical diploma that you’ll get in just one year.
Program Credits
66
LOCATION
Elkhorn Campus
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST
Tuition & Fees:
$11,572
Books and Supplies: $4,964
Start Dates
Fall, Spring
Salary Outlook
$40,976
Career Opportunities:
Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Lab Technician, Emergency Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician Career Pathway
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