VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Center Campus

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: View Selective Admission for detailed information.

The Veterinary Technician program is designed to prepare the student to assist with the technical aspects of modern veterinary practice and animal related fields, including: medical laboratory procedures, anesthesia, radiology, and surgical assisting. Major emphasis is on dogs and cats, although instruction will also be given on large animal and laboratory animal techniques. Students are also instructed to develop their skills with people, so as to relate to the owners of the animals.

Students selecting this program should contact the program coordinator at 586.286.2096 or 586.286.2073 for messages.

Additional expenses to be met by the student before entering the internship component of the program are: (1) a health history and physical examination including testing for tuberculosis, and proof of a current tetanus vaccine; (2) uniforms; and, (3) hospitalization insurance as neither the hospital nor the college insures the student against accidents or illnesses.

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technician program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), 1931 N. Meacham Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173, 847.925.8070 or 800.248.2862.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
(Minimum 68 Semester Hours)

A. Career Preparation and Related Courses

B. Arts and Sciences Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . minimum sem hrs 18

Students should plan Arts and Sciences courses with a counselor, academic advisor, or program advisor.

• Group II requirement is met by successfully completing CHEM-1050
• Group III requirement is met by successfully completing PSYC-1010

Students in the Veterinary Technician program must achieve grade "C" or better in each course listed below for retention in the program.