Online Associate's Degrees in Veterinary

Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology

The Veterinary Technology program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills leading to entry-level employment in a variety of veterinary clinical settings and related fields. Graduates of this program will be prepared to provide a wide range of clinical skills including animal patient care, laboratory procedures, medical imaging, anesthesia administration and monitoring, and surgical assistance for a variety of domestic animals.

Offered by: Brown Mackie College

Veterinary Technology

The Veterinary Technology program at Sanford-Brown College-Fenton (SBC) is designed to provide students with the technical and practical training necessary to work as veterinary technicians who provide competent and humane care toward the emotional and physical well-being of animals. The core curriculum is structured to include a lecture component and a clinical component. The final clinical portion of the curriculum consists of supervised experiences in a clinical environment, which requires competencies, logs, and evaluations completed by the student. At the conclusion of the program, graduates who have diligently attended class and their clinical, studied, and practiced their skills should have the skills to seek entry-level employment as veterinary technicians.

The Veterinary Technology program at SBC has programmatic accreditation from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). This means that graduates of the program are eligible to apply to the Missouri Medical Veterinary Board for registration and take the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and the State Board examination. The requirements for taking and passing the VTNE and the State Board examination are not controlled by SBC and are subject to change without notice. Therefore, SBC cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take the VTNE or State Board examination, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment. Further, SBC does not control the state registration for veterinary technicians in Missouri or in any other state. Thus, SBC cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to work as veterinary technicians in Missouri or any other state, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

Offered by: Sanford-Brown College

Veterinary Technician

The educational objective of the Veterinary Technician Associate of Applied Science Degree is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to accept entry-level positions upon graduation. Upon successful completion, graduates possess specific skills in the handling and restraint of animal patients, nursing care, veterinary office procedures, sterilization, radiology, pharmacology, hematology, blood chemistry, parasitology, microbiology procedures and surgical assistance. Graduates have a basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, veterinary laboratory procedures as well as the sterile surgical techniques necessary for them to function successfully as Veterinary Technicians in veterinary clinics, hospitals, or research facilities.

Offered by: Vatterott College

Veterinary Technology

The Veterinary Technology program at Sanford-Brown Institute, Pittsburgh (SBI) is designed to provide students with the technical and practical training necessary to work as veterinary technicians who provide competent and humane care toward the emotional and physical well-being of animals. The core curriculum is structured to include a lecture component and a laboratory component. The final externship portion of the curriculum consists of supervised experiences in a clinical environment, which requires competencies, logs, and evaluations completed by the student. At the conclusion of the program, graduates who have diligently attended class and their externship, studied, and practiced their skills should have the skills to seek entry-level employment as veterinary technicians.

The Veterinary Technology program at SBI has programmatic accreditation from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). This means that graduates of the program are eligible to apply to the Pennsylvania Medical Veterinary Board for registration and take the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and the State Board examination. The requirements for taking and passing the VTNE and the State Board examination are not controlled by SBI and are subject to change without notice. Therefore, SBI cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take the VTNE or State Board examination, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment. Further, SBI does not control the state registration for veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania or in any other state. Thus, SBI cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to work as veterinary technicians in Pennsylvania or any other state, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

Offered by: Sanford-Brown Institute

Associate of Occupational Studies: Veterinary Technology

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.

Offered by: Kaplan College - KHE

Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology

The Veterinary Technology Program at the Platt School of Medical Sciences is specifically designed to provide in-depth study and training necessary to gain entry-level employment in animal health care.

Veterinary Technicians perform many of the same tasks for veterinarians that nurses and other professionals perform for physicians. These tasks generally include: general animal care; surgical assistance; medical treatments; laboratory tests, x-rays; anesthesia; radiology; and nursing and critical care.

Vet Techs typically work closely with Veterinarians in animal clinical health-care settings such as small or large animal hospitals or clinics.

As Vet Techs advance in their careers, many move to management and supervisory positions in animal health-care facilities and service companies.

Upon completion of Platt's Vet Tech program, graduates of the program are awarded a Veterinary Technician Associates of Science degree. Coursework includes:

First Year

• Introduction to Veterinary Technology
• Veterinary Medical Terminology
• Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology
• Veterinary Nursing Procedures
• Clinical Pathology
• Parasitology
• Medical Calculations and Pharmacology
• Client Communications & Customer Service
• Veterinary Economics

Second Year

• Anesthesia
• Surgical Assistance
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Animal Nutrition
• Exotic Animal Care
• Lab Animal Care

Clinical Externship

An integral part of the student's education is the clinical externship. Platt College is excited to partner with one of the nation's largest provider of animal health services to offer students externship opportunities at their facilities.

Offered by: Platt College

Veterinary Technology

This program is designed to prepare students to enter into a career as a Veterinary Technician. The technician typically will conduct clinical work in a private practice under the supervision of a veterinarian-often performing various medical duties such as giving injections; taking x-rays; anesthetizing patients; offering post-operative care; cleaning teeth, and much more. The curriculum will cover all areas of animal patient care, from lab tests to radiology procedures and counseling for the care of sick animals, as well as preventive measures. Graduates are prepared and must sit for the State Board exam to become Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT).

Offered by: Harrison College

Associate in Veterinary Technician

The Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technician is designed to provide the student with fundamental principles of veterinary medicine. Qualified applicants will be challenged by instructors to learn and apply skills relative to veterinary support, client communication, and office management, as well as patient care.

Offered by: Broadview University

Veterinary Technician (Associate)

With Penn Foster College distance learning, you can earn your Associate Degree and become a Veterinary Technician quickly and conveniently. Learn valuable skills with these courses and more:

• Animal Anatomy and Physiology
• Medical Mathematics
• Veterinary Office Management
• Animal Nutrition, Reproduction, Genetics, and Aging

And you'll earn your Associate Degree at home - no classroom needed!

Offered by: Penn Foster Schools

AAS in Veterinary Technology

Do you love working with animals? Consider a career as a veterinary technician. In this fast-paced, dynamic field you will have the opportunity to serve as the interface between humans and the animals that rely on them for care. At Globe University/Minnesota School of Business you can get the skills you need to succeed. Vet techs treat, evaluate, educate, market, perform research and manage clinics. As a graduate of our associate or bachelor's program you will be ready to take charge: * Make split-second emergency decisions. * Acquire the scientific and practical knowledge necessary to perform effective preventative care consultations. * Use your communication skills to explain post surgical care instructions to owners. Promote services offered by veterinary clinics. * Participate in research projects designed to improve the lives of both animals and humans. * Lead a team providing top notch animal care.

Offered by: Globe University/MSB

A.S. - Veterinary Technology

Veterinary Technicians are key members of any veterinary practice.

The Veterinary Technology program offered by the schools and colleges of Anthem Education Group use a career-focused approach to prepare students for entry-level positions as veterinary technicians.

Students in the Veterinary Technology program are taught the basics of animal physiology and medicine, as well as nursing, disease management, and laboratory skills.  Coursework includes study of exotic animals, animal nutrition, and parasitology.

Students who graduate from the Veterinary Technology program are candidates for entry-level positions in veterinary practices and hospitals, humane societies, animal shelters, and animal research facilities.

Offered by: Anthem College

AS in Veterinary Technology

Veterinary technicians typically work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian doing clinical work such as performing various medical tests and treating medical conditions and diseases in animals.  They also perform laboratory tests and take blood samples, assist with dental care, prepare tissue samples, and assist veterinarians in a variety of other diagnostic tests and procedures. Veterinary technicians work in all phases of animal care, including surgical nursing, laboratory procedures, and office administration. Employment opportunities include positions in veterinary offices or hospitals, biomedical research institutions, zoological facilities, and pharmaceutical and pet care industries.

 

The program, which culminates in an Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology, prepares students with the basic knowledge and practical training necessary to function as an entry-level employee in a veterinary medical setting. The Veterinary

Technology (VT) program is carefully balanced between theory and practical instruction, including clinical rotation and field experience during an externship. Fundamentals of chemistry, biology, anatomy, and physiology are emphasized, and graduates are prepared to meet requirements for the California Registered Veterinary Technician State Board Examination. The VT program is not intended as a pre-veterinary program.

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Offered by: Carrington College California

Veterinary Technology

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.

Offered by: National American University

Other Medical Associate's Degree

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• Associate's Degree in Clinical Assistant
• Associate's Degree in Dental Assisting
• Associate's Degree in Geriatrics
• Associate's Degree in Gerontology
• Associate's Degree in Health Records
• Associate's Degree in Health Services
• Associate's Degree in Healthcare Administration
• Associate's Degree in Healthcare Management
• Associate's Degree in Herbalist
• Associate's Degree in Holistic Medicine
• Associate's Degree in Life Sciences
• Associate's Degree in Medical Billing & Coding
• Associate's Degree in Medical Office Assistant
• Associate's Degree in Medical Records
• Associate's Degree in Mental Health
• Associate's Degree in Naturopathy
• Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Associate's Degree in Pharmacy Technician
• Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Associate's Degree in Physician Assistant
• Associate's Degree in Public Health
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