Veterinary Nursing (Vet Tech) Program Features
The Veterinary Nursing (Vet Tech) program prepares the student for a career as a veterinary nurse. The curriculum prepares the student for employment in various areas of animal healthcare including veterinary hospitals and research and diagnostic laboratories, the instruction in this program consists of skills and concepts related to: patient management, care, and clinical procedures assistance as well as owner communication. Includes instruction in animal nursing care, animal health and nutrition, animal handling, clinical pathology, radiology, anesthesiology, dental prophylaxis, surgical assisting, clinical laboratory procedures, office administration skills, patient and owner management, and applicable standards and regulations.
Degree and Certificate Options
| Associate of Applied Science, Veterinary Nursing (Vet Tech) | 68 Credit Hours |
| July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023 | |
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| Number of First Time candidates that have taken the VTNE | 33 |
| Three year pass percentage | 69% |
The mission of the WSU Tech Veterinary Nursing program is to increase the quality of veterinary care in Kansas by providing students the essential hands-on skills and knowledge they need to not only pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) but become essential members of a veterinary health care team.
Accreditation
WSU Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
The Veterinary Technician program is accredited by the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
The Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 • Chicago, IL 60604
https://www.hlcommission.org/ • 800.621.7440
Students interested in this program are eligible to apply for federal financial aid.
