Veterinary Degrees Online

Veterinary Technology (VETT) prepares students with knowledge and skills necessary to provide general veterinary nursing care and technical
assistance in the varied disciplines found in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery. These include nurse anesthetist, operating room
technician, radiology technician, dental hygienist, medical laboratory technician, as well as clinical and practice management. The program is
recognized by the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and is currently preparing for accreditation evaluation by the American
Veterinary Medical Association’s Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities. Students that complete the program are qualified
to sit for state and national licensing examinations and enter into practice as a licensed veterinary technician. The Veterinary Technology
Program has entered into a unique partnership with the Western Veterinary Conference that allows sharing of resources such as facilities, equipment,
and educational opportunities to augment the student’s learning experience. This partnership also makes available nationally and internationally
recognized Doctors of Veterinary Medicine that act as visiting instructors in many disciplines. Entrance requirements into this
Certificate program require documented 4,000 hours work experience in a veterinary practice.

Veterinary Technology (VETT) prepares students with knowledge and skills necessary to provide general veterinary nursing care and technical
assistance in the varied disciplines found in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery. These include nurse anesthetist, operating room
technician, radiology technician, dental hygienist, medical laboratory technician, as well as clinical and practice management. The program is
recognized by the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and is fully accredited by the American Veterinary Medical
Association (AVMA) Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA), 1931 N. Meacham Rd., Suite 100,
Schaumburg, IL 60173, (800) 248-2862. Students that complete the program are qualified to sit for state and national licensing examinations
and enter into practice as a licensed veterinary technician. The Veterinary Technology Program has entered into a unique partnership with the
Western Veterinary Conference that allows sharing of resources such as facilities, equipment, and educational opportunities to augment the student’s
learning experience. This partnership also makes available nationally and internationally recognized Doctors of Veterinary Medicine that
act as visiting instructors in many disciplines.

The College of Southern Idaho’s Associate of Applied Science degree enables students to excel in the progressive field of veterinary technology. Our Veterinary Technology Program gives motivated individuals an opportunity to combine their compassion for animals with their interest in science and medicine.

We are excited to be Idaho’s first college to offer this degree, and we hope you are ready to embark upon a challenging and rewarding career.

The Veterinary Technology A.S. Degree program is a selective admission
program at St. Petersburg College. Through a cooperative agreement
with St. Petersburg College, Valencia offers the general education core
and support courses required in the program. Students meeting the
admission requirements of this program at St. Petersburg College can
access all of the remaining specialized courses through online distance
learning. Required clinical and work experiences can be obtained
within the Central Florida area. The degree is awarded by St. Petersburg
College.
The A.S. Degree in Veterinary Technology program prepares students to
be veterinary technicians and once students complete the program, they
may take the FVMA and FVTA Certification examinations.
GENERAL EDUCATION AND SUPPORT COURSES OFFERED AT
VALENCIA
Course Title Credits
+ * ENC 1101 Freshman Composition I 3
+ SPC 1600 Fundamentals of Speech 3
+ Humanities Select one of the following: 3
ARH 1000 The Visual Arts Today
ARH 2050 Introduction to Art History I
* ARH 2051 Introduction to Art History II
* HUM 2250 Humanities – Twentieth Century
MUL 1010 Music Appreciation
PHI 2010 Philosophy
+ * MAC 1105 College Algebra
or
+ * MGF 1106 College Mathematics
or
+ * MGF 1107 Mathematics for the Liberal Arts 3
+ Social Science Select one of the following: 3
AMH 2010 United States History to 1877
AMH 2020 United States History 1877 to Present
ANT 2000 Introductory Anthropology
ECO 2013 Principles of Economics – Macro
ECO 2023 Principles of Economics – Micro
* EUH 2000 Western Civilization to 1750
* EUH 2001 Western Civilization 1750 to Present
* INR 2002 International Politics
POS 2041 American Government
POS 2112 State and Local Government
PSY 1012 General Psychology
SYG 2000 Introductory Sociology
+ PHI 2600 Ethics and Critical Thinking 3
+ BSC 1005C Biological Science
or
+ BSC 1005 Biological Science and
+ BSC 1005L Lab in Applied Biology 4
Total Credits 22

Purpose: The curriculum will prepare the student for a career as a veterinary technician. Satisfactory completion of the curriculum will make the student eligible to take State Board and National Board examinations for certification as a veterinary technician. The curriculum is broad based and includes both practical and theoretical course work which prepares the student for employment in various areas of animal health care, including veterinary hospitals and research and diagnostic laboratories. There is a part-time online and a full-time on-site option.
Special Curriculum Admission Requirements: The Veterinary Technology program accepts 30 students each year to both the onsite program and the online program. To be admitted to the Veterinary Technology program, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
1. Admission to NOVA in the Veterinary Technology program must be at the Loudoun campus.
2. Be 18 years of age or older, or have assistant dean approval.
3. Satisfactory scores on NOVA placement tests for reading, writing, and mathematics.
4. Completion of one unit of high school level algebra or equivalent.
5. Completion of at least one unit of high school biology and one unit of high school chemistry.
6. Past academic achievement in the above course requirements must reflect a C or better. Deficiencies may be corrected in the College’s developmental program before entering the Veterinary Technology program.
7. A student may elect to take general education courses listed in the program’s curriculum prior to seeking acceptance to the Veterinary Technology program. These courses may be taken at any of the College’s campuses and may be transferred to NOVA from other accredited post-secondary institutions. A cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or better is required in all required general education courses taken preceding admission to the Veterinary Technology program, unless waived by the division dean upon the recommendation of the assistant dean.
8. Students seeking admission to the Veterinary Technology program must indicate if they are applying to the onsite or the online program. Applicants must arrange to have an interview with the assistant dean for the online program ONLY prior to entering the program.
9. Students must send separate copies of their transcripts to both Student Services Center at the Loudoun Campus and the Veterinary Technology Program:
Northern Virginia Community College
Veterinary Technology Program
1000 Harry Flood Byrd Hwy.
Sterling, VA 20164
10. Priority in the admissions process will be given to students currently working in the field, Virginia residents, students with a GPA of 3.0 and higher and who have completed support courses.
Responsibilities of Veterinary Technology Students: The following are responsibilities of students in the Veterinary Technology program:
1. Students in the Veterinary Technology program incur a variety of additional expenses. These include, but are not limited to, the cost of uniforms, rabies pre-exposure vaccinations, lab fees, accessories, and travel to clinical assignments. Students are also responsible for state licensure and national accreditation application and testing fees.
2. A strict dress code is required in the clinical setting. Students may be dismissed if they fail to comply with this dress code.
3. Students are required to complete learning experiences at local hospitals and/or other agencies. Students may be required to attend both day and/or evening clinical assignments.
4. Students must provide their own transportation to clinical assignments. Strict attendance is required at clinical sites.
5. While enrolled in clinical courses, students may not replace or take the responsibility of “qualified” staff in affiliated facilities. However, after demonstrating proficiency, students may be permitted to perform specified procedures under careful supervision. Veterinary Technology students may be employed in clinical facilities outside regular education hours provided that such work does not interfere with academic responsibilities.
Veterinary Technology Program Continuation Requirements: The following continuation requirements govern students in the Veterinary Technology program:
1. All courses in the program major must be completed with a grade of C or better before taking the next course in the sequence, unless waived by the division dean upon the recommendation of the assistant dean.
2. All courses in the major must be taken in the sequence prescribed in the NOVA Catalog, unless otherwise approved by the assistant dean.
3. Students must pass both the theoretical and the clinical/lab portions in order to pass a course.
4. Program faculty and clinical affiliates reserve the right to recommend, through appropriate channels, withdrawal of any student who either fails to exhibit safe performance or fails to adhere to prescribed clinical affiliate policies and procedures.
5. Satisfactory physical and mental health must be maintained for continuance in the program. Applicants must be free of any physical and/or mental condition which might adversely affect their acceptance or performances in the program. The College reserves the right to require medical examinations to verify continuing compliance.
Program Re-Enrollment Requirements: Any student who has voluntarily withdrawn or who has been withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic or clinical performance may apply for re-admission the following academic year. Acceptance will be based upon space availability, successful fulfillment of any contingencies agreed to in writing at the time of withdrawal, and assistant dean approval. An interview and medical examination may be required.
Special Accreditation Status: Both the on-campus and online programs are fully accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Delivery Method Options: The program may be completed full-time on campus, or by program placement in the online program.
Online Veterinary Technology Program: Courses are internet based. Students will use class notes from the internet and textbooks for the didactic portion of the class. Students will participate in online class discussions and meet regularly with faculty online and by e-mail. Formal examinations will be taken at testing centers at the student’s local community college. Many methods of evaluation of clinical skills will be employed including: on-site evaluation by faculty and mentors, product evaluation (i.e. radiographs and blood slides, etc. done by student), videotaping, e-mail assignments, task list check-off, visits by college faculty, and student journals.
Special curriculum admission requirements (1-10 above) and Veterinary Technology Program Continuation requirements (1-5 above) also pertain to the online program.
The online program requires 3 years (8 semesters) for completion. Students enroll in two or three veterinary technology courses per semester for 8 semesters. Classes must be taken in sequence.
The following requirements apply to students in the online veterinary technology program in addition to the requirements listed for the on-campus program:
1. Students must work at an approved veterinary facility, an average minimum of 20 hours per week.
2. Students must have a veterinary mentor; this person must be a licensed veterinarian and will receive a certificate as an adjunct clinical professor after verification of credentials. The mentor will work with the student and NOVA faculty members to complete specific educational objectives with the student. Mentors will meet with the students on a regular basis and stay in touch with the college faculty by phone or e-mail. The mentor has the option of appointing an assistant mentor who must be another veterinarian or licensed technician to assist the student and sign off on clinical tasks as required for each course.
3. Students must attend the Loudoun Campus up to three times per semester for laboratory session and practical examinations.
Two Years Credits
1st Semester
ENG 111 College Composition I 3
MTH 126 Mathematics for Allied Health 2
SDV Elective 1
VET 105 Introduction to Veterinary Technology 3
VET 111 Anatomy/Physiology of Domestic Animals 4
VET 116 Animal Breeds & Behavior 3
VET 211 Animal Diseases I 2
Total 18
2nd Semester
1CHM Elective 4
VET 121 Clinical Practices I 3
VET 131 Clinical Pathology I 3
VET 135 Anesthesia of Domestic Animals 2
VET 212 Animal Diseases II 2
2___ Social Science Elective 3
Total 17
3rd Semester
VET 290 Internship 4
Total 4
4th Semester
3___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3
VET 122 Clinical Practices II 3
VET 132 Clinical Pathology II 3
VET 216 Animal Pharmacology 2
VET 221 Advanced Clinical Practices III 4
4PED 116 Lifetime Fitness & Wellness 1
Total 16
5th Semester
4PED/RPK Elective 1
VET 133 Clinical Pathology III 3
VET 217 Intro./Lab./Zoo/Wildlife Medicine 2
VET 235 Animal Hosp. Mgt. /Client Relations 3
VET 298 Seminar & Project 2
5SPD 110 Intro. to Speech Communication 3
Total 14
Total credits for the A.A.S. Degree in Veterinary Technology = 69.
1 Choose CHM 101, CHM 121, CHM 111, or other CHM courses approved by your faculty advisor.
2 The social science elective may be selected from the social/behavioral sciences courses listed under General Education Electives.
3 Humanities/fine arts elective may be selected from the humanities/fine arts courses listed under General Education Electives.
4 The PED requirement may be met by one of the following options: PED 116, 2 cr.; PED 220, 2 cr.; PED 116, 1 cr. plus a PED activities course, 1 cr.; or PED 116, 1 cr. plus RPK activities course. PED 116 is offered as both a 1-credit and a 2-credit course.
5 SPD 126 may be substituted.

This is an 8-quarter program with the last quarter consisting of an externship during which students will work with a veterinarian in a veterinary office. The veterinary technology program is accredited by the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA), a division of the American Veterinary Medical Association. As a student in this program, you are trained to assist veterinarians in all aspects of a veterinary practice, including patient care, medical administration, surgical preparation, equipment maintenance, radiological procedures, laboratory procedures, public relations and office procedures. Upon graduation, the veterinary technician is qualified to take the National Veterinary Technician Exam and/or any other state exam required for registration, certification or licensure in that state.