Veterinary Technician, AAS is an Associate Degree program offered by Southeast Technical College in Sioux Falls, SD.
Program Overview
Veterinary technicians serve a vital role in the agriculture, animal health, and medical research industries in South Dakota and throughout the region. Veterinary technicians support veterinarians by assisting in the evaluation and treatment of basic health, injuries and/or illness of large and small animals. Veterinary technicians can work in agricultural production settings, laboratories, research facilities, animal hospitals and clinics. Southeast Technical College is accredited by the Americ
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Tuition and Fees
Southeast Tech publishes a cost per credit hour rather than a price per program, and its catalog does not publish a credit total for this award, so no single figure is shown here.
- Tuition — $134.00 per credit
- State fees — $44.00 per credit
- Institute fees — $104.00 per credit
- $282.00 per credit, all in
- Veterinary Technician course fee — $50.00 per credit
A one-time $25 graduation fee applies to AAS, diploma and certificate students in their first semester. Books, uniforms and supplies are additional. Rates are set annually by the South Dakota Board of Technical Education.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide