Veterinary Technology, A.A.S.
Owensboro Community And Technical College
Key Information
Campus location
Owensboro, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Sep 2023
Introduction
Turn your love of animals into a lucrative career without breaking your budget at OCTC's Veterinary Technology program. The Vet Tech program will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to work as a professional veterinary technician in as little as two years. Areas of study include office and hospital procedures, client relations and communications, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, clinical techniques, pharmacology, anesthesiology, surgical and medical nursing, radiology, and clinical pathology training. The Vet Tech program will provide you with valuable real-world clinical and lab experiences to develop the skills needed to become a valued professional in the field.
The Veterinary Technology field is experiencing tremendous growth. Pets are considered part of the family, and the demand for veterinary care has increased. There are career opportunities in teaching, pharmaceuticals, biomedical research, private practice, humane societies, diagnostic labs, zoo/wildlife medicine, and veterinary supply sales.
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.