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Nov 23, 2024
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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Veterinary Technology - A.A.S.
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This two year program provides preparation and training in Veterinary Technology. Vol State has initial accreditation through American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (AVMA-CVTEA). Students graduating from this program are eligible to sit for the National Veterinary Technology Exam required for licensure in Tennessee. Admission to the program is limited and competitive. Applications for admission are due in the Fall for the Spring semester. Check the Veterinary Technology website for specific due dates. The following are required for consideration and selection into the program:
Admission to the College
Acceptable placement scores or completion of all learning support
Application to the Veterinary Technology Program, with required documentation including observation hours completed with a veterinarian or licensed veterinary technician
Personal Interview
Clear background check and proof of health insurance prior to final selection
For additional information about the program, contact the Mathematics and Science Division or visit www.volstate.edu/VetTech.
All students graduating with a degree from VSCC are required to take the Educational Testing Service Proficiency Profile (ETSP). More information can be found at http://www.volstate.edu/Testing/Services.php.
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General Education Requirements - Credits (16)
Major Core Course Requirements - Credits (54)
Total Degree Requirements - Credits (70)
Computer Literacy Requirement
See http://www.volstate.edu/ComputerLiteracy/ for Computer Literacy Requirements Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of some of the career choices that may be obtained upon completion of this program. Please visit the following website www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
Career |
Beginning Salary |
Experienced Salary |
Veterinary Technician (LVMT) |
$20,600 |
$31,130 |
Recommended Schedule
This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule. See your advisor to create a degree plan.
DegreeWorks, along with the correct catalog, should be utilized by students for all of their educational planning. Students can monitor their progress toward a degree or certificate and view missing requirements with the DegreeWorks audit, which is accessible through My Volstate. First Year - Fall Semester - Credits (14)
First Year - Spring Semester - Credits (16)
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Second Year - Spring Semester - Credits (12)
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