Veterinary Assistant (CERT2)

• The two-year Veterinary Technology Associate of Applied Science degree provides the graduate with information, skills, and experience needed to be successful in the ever-growing field of veterinary medicine.
• Program Highlights
• The Veterinary Technology program at LSC-Tomball has grown to become one of the finest veterinary technology programs in the United States. Most courses are taught on campus with Clinical courses spent off-campus completing the required clinical (internship) hours. These hours are spent at a veterinary clinic or hospital, research hospital (MD Anderson or University of Texas Medical Branch), specialty hospital (surgery, oncology, radiology, dermatology, etc.), or other approved clinical sites. The program has been recognized twice by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
• Credentials and Careers
• The Veterinary Technology Level Two Certificate Program is comprised of three semesters, providing an excellent introduction to the veterinary technology professions. The Associate of Applied Science, AAS, is a five semester, 60 credit hour program.
• Job opportunities for Licensed Veterinary Technician graduates have never been better. The job market for veterinary technology graduates continues to grow. Careers include working in a veterinary hospital, a zoological garden, industry, a medical research laboratory, a governmental regulatory program, or the Veterinary Medical Corp.
• Transferability
• General education courses (Core) are designated for easy transfer to Texas public institutions and applicable to requirements at private and out-of-state institutions.
• Technical coursework may be transferable to other institutions.
• Please consult with a program advisor for more information about transferability.

• College-Level Readiness All Applicants must be able to demonstrate college-level readiness in Reading, Writing, and Math.
• Any student anticipating entrance into the veterinary technology program should ensure that remediation is not required after admission examinations are completed and have been reviewed. If admission examinations indicate the student is in need of remediation in math, writing, or reading, the student must successfully complete those requirements before applying for entry into the veterinary technology program.
• If completed prior to program admission, all general education courses in the program must be passed with a grade of 'C' or better. Additionally, If completed prior to program admission, college level math coursework must have been completed within the past 5 years with a grade of 'C' or better.
• If completed prior to program admission, BIOL 1406 - Biology I for Science Majors must have been completed within the past 5 years with a grade of 'C' or better.
• After visiting with an advisor, the student should submit a separate application to the veterinary technology program. Transcripts are already provided for the Lone Star College general admission.
• Program applications are reviewed and evaluated for fall admission starting on June 1st of each year based on the following criteria:
• Overall GPA of 2.5
• Mandatory information session
• Veterinary Technology advising form filled out and signed by an LSC advisor
• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation with professional evaluation form (within 12 months of application deadline) signed by either a currently practicing LVT or DVM. LORs must be emailed directly from the evaluator’s email work account to our email. The applicant may choose to hand deliver the letter in a sealed envelope with evaluator’s signature across the envelope seal. Letters hand delivered must be hand signed and printed on letter head. Signature stamps are not permitted.
• 80 hours of observation from one location within 12 months of application deadline with proof of attendance. Observation hours MUST be obtained at a location with an LVT. Observation hours must be related to activities involving an LVT or DVM. Hours spent as kennel help will not be accepted. Volunteering at a shelter without direct supervision by a DVM or LVT will not be accepted.
• Rabies Policy reviewed and signed with rabies vaccine required prior to September 15 of first semester in the program. If requesting a waiver for Rabies Vaccine, the waiver form must be submitted on or before First Year Orientation. Waivers can be obtained from the Program Director. Waivers are only accepted for specific reasons. For more information contact the VTHT department.
• Technical Standard requirements must be reviewed and signed, and a physical exam performed by a licensed health care provider will be required if accepted.
• Essay submitted- Please explain the differences between a Licensed Veterinary Technician, a Certified Veterinary Technician, and a Veterinary Assistant. Pay attention to educational differences, examination and licensing differences, and salary differences. Include any other information you feel is significant. The essay must be a word document, between 1 and 2 pages long, single spaced, 12-point Arial font, with one-inch margins. Any deviations will result in point deductions.
• Points will be given based on GPA, courses completed taking into account the grade earned, observation hours greater than 120, essay, CVA certificates, and degree held.
• All applicants will be notified of their status. Students will be notified through their Lone Star email. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all personal information on the application is current.
• The veterinary technology program will have an orientation session prior to the student's first semester with our program. Students that have received admission notifications are required to attend this meeting. Essential information on rules and program requirements will be covered in detail by the program faculty and staff, and questions will be welcomed.

• This award requires 33 credit hours in total.
• Lone Star College reports 912 contact hours for this award.
• Where the course list shows "Choose N credit hours", those courses are the options for one elective slot, not additional requirements.

• Veterinary technology graduates will be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of animal husbandry and medical and patient care in all common domestic species.
• Veterinary technology graduates will be able to perform patient management, diagnostic, nutritional and anesthetic skills required of a licensed veterinary technician.
• Veterinary technology graduates will exhibit an understanding of the laws and ethics pertaining to veterinary medicine in the State of Texas in order to perform in an ethical and professional manner.
• Veterinary technology graduates will practice effective, professional communication through verbal, written, and electronic methods.

• Tuition shown is the in-district rate of $111.00 per credit hour for 33 credit hours.
• Out-of-district Texas residents pay $249.00 per credit hour ($8,217.00); international and out-of-state students pay $313.00 per credit hour ($10,329.00).
• Lab fees vary by course and liability insurance, uniforms and supplies vary by program, so Lone Star College publishes no all-in total for this award. Tuition above excludes them.
• Financial aid and payment plans are available to most students.
• Application fee: none. Lone Star College applications are free.

Students in veterinary technology at Lone Star College are considered eligible to sit for the State (LVTE) and National (VTNE) Veterinary Technology Board Examinations when they have successfully completed all required coursework and have received their AAS degree in veterinary technology from LSC-Tomball.

A criminal background check is not required for admission to the program. However, one IS required for licensure. If you have a felony conviction, please contact the Texas Board of Veterinary Medicine to learn more about licensure.

The program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Committee for Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA).

• Veterinary Assistant, Level 2 Certificate
• Students should not register for classes Monday - Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. as these times must remain open for clinical rotation laboratory.
• Veterinary Technology, AAS
• Students should not register for classes Monday - Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. as these times must remain open for clinical rotation laboratory.