Veterinary Technician is an Associate Degree program offered by Caris College in Jeffersonville, IN. Tuition is $35,700 total.
Program Overview
Overview
The Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology program is designed to equip students with the advanced knowledge and hands-on clinical skills necessary to pursue careers as veterinary technicians. Taught by instructors with extensive experience in veterinary medicine, the hybrid program combines online lectures with on-campus laboratory training in a fully operational clinical setting. Students receive comprehensive instruction in veterinary nursing, anesthesia, surgical assisting, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, and patient care while completing the educational requirements needed to pursue credentialing and excel in a variety of veterinary practice settings.
What sets this Program apart
Program Highlights
- Graduate with an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology
- Hybrid learning environment featuring online coursework with one day per week of hands-on clinical laboratory instruction
- Comprehensive training in anesthesia, surgical nursing, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, dentistry, and patient care
- Clinical externship experience in veterinary practice settings
- Prepare to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) upon program completion and eligibility
- Career services and job placement assistance
- Small class sizes with experienced veterinary professionals
- Program pursuing AVMA CVTEA accreditation
- Institutionally Accredited by ABHES
Admission Requirements and Process
Associate Degree Program
Caris College accepts a limited number of applications for our Diagnostic Medical Sonography, AAS inVeterinary Technology, and AS-Nursing programs. Due to the high volume of applicants and the competitive nature of these program, Caris College can only consider applicants who complete the admissions requirements, listed below, on a first come first serve basis. Students who choose to apply for this program must have the ability to attend class and/or complete externship hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Clinical hours may begin as early as 6:30 am for the ASN.
Admission Requirements
- All applicants must be at least eighteen years old prior to the start of class or have a parent’s signature to enroll in school
- All applicants must have earned either a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate prior to enrollment
- Passing score for the entrance exam.
- Background check ($62 non-refundable service fee)
- Career Action Plan
- Two letters of recommendation (ASN Only)
- Official High School Transcript
- Individual interviews with the program director
General Requirements
- All applicants must be at least eighteen years old prior to the start of class or have a parent’s signature to enroll in school
- All applicants must have earned either a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate prior to enrollment
- All applicants must be at least eighteen years old prior to the start of class or have a parent’s signature to enroll in school
- All applicants must have earned either a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate prior to enrollment
- Passing score for the entrance exam.
- Background check ($62 non-refundable service fee)
- Career Action Plan
- Two letters of recommendation (ASN Only)
- Official High School Transcript
- Individual interviews with the program director
Application Process
- 1RequirementsAre you ready to take the first step towards a healthcare career but don’t know where to start or what is required? At Caris College, we make the admissions process easy and outline the specific admissions requirements for your program of choice.
- 2Financial AidStudents have access to FAFSA to help pay for their healthcare education. We provide the tools needed to get started with the financial aid process.
- 3Schedule a TourCome see the opportunities and student life that awaits you at Caris College.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
- Program pursuing AVMA CVTEA accreditation
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Caris College is designed to provide students with the education and resources they need during and after college. Because tuition can sometimes burden students, one of the tools we’re proud to make available is financial aid. Eligible students enrolled at Caris College have access to federal student aid and can apply using the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Who Qualifies for Financial Aid?
To qualify for financial aid, students must have a financial need and be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen. They must also be enrolled in a higher education program. While these are the general requirements, be sure to discuss your eligibility with Caris College’s Financial Aid Office to learn more.
What Does Financial Aid Cover?
If you meet the basic standards of financial eligibility, you may be wondering what financial aid you can anticipate. Perhaps you worry that the cost of tuition, fees, books, and supplies may make college out of reach.
Financial aid is designed to ensure college is attainable for every aspiring student. Students may be eligible to receive comprehensive financial aid to assist with pursuing their education and to help cover the costs associated with it. These packages can cover everything from tuition and books to room, board, and other associated costs. As a general guideline, the most financial aid FAFSA provides equates to your school’s “Cost of Attendance.” The Cost of Attendance is a figure that is designed to cover the expenses of being a full-time student.
Curriculum
What you’ll learn
Students in the Veterinary Technology program develop the advanced clinical knowledge and technical skills required to provide comprehensive nursing care and diagnostic support under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Through a combination of online coursework, hands-on laboratory instruction, and clinical externships, students gain experience in the following areas:
- Veterinary nursing, including patient assessment, hospitalization, critical care, and nursing care for companion animals
- Anesthesia and surgical nursing, including patient preparation, anesthetic monitoring, pain management, surgical assistance, and recovery
- Pharmacology, including drug classifications, dosage calculations, administration techniques, and safe medication handling
- Clinical pathology and laboratory procedures, including hematology, urinalysis, cytology, parasitology, microbiology, and clinical chemistry testing
- Diagnostic imaging, including radiographic positioning, radiation safety, and image quality evaluation
- Dentistry, including oral examinations, prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiography
- Animal handling and restraint techniques for examinations, diagnostic procedures, treatments, and emergency care
- Client communication, education, preventive healthcare, nutrition, and professional veterinary ethics
- Veterinary practice management, medical record documentation, regulatory compliance, and collaboration within the veterinary healthcare team
Career Outcomes
Prepare for a rewarding career in veterinary medicine.
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology program are prepared with the knowledge and hands-on clinical skills needed to begin careers as veterinary technicians. The program is designed in accordance with AVMA CVTEA accreditation standards and is actively pursuing programmatic accreditation. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates may become eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) as permitted by program accreditation status and applicable state credentialing requirements.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
- Program pursuing AVMA CVTEA accreditation
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide