Colleges with vet tech programs in texas

Thank you for interest in the Veterinary Technology Program (VTP) at McLennan Community College. This academically challenging program is designed to provide the theory and practice necessary to become registered as a Licensed Veterinary Technician.

For more information, please contact Sue Allen, Program Director/Professor, at 254-299-8742 or by email at . 

THE ADMISSION DEADLINE FOR FALL 2022 HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO JULY 18. 

This 60-hour program is usually taken sequentially over a 6-semester period of time. It culminates in the awarding of an Associate in Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology. Following this, the student can take the state and national examinations given by the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME) and the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) respectively. Upon successfully passing these examinations the student will be classified as a Veterinary Technician (LVT).

The mission of the Veterinary Technology Program at McLennan Community College is to prepare the student to be an asset to a veterinary practice, biomedical research facility, agricultural industry or other animal care and/or treatment facility by providing effective academic course work, classroom training and hands-on animal care and handling experience and to instill in the student a continuing desire to learn.

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For more information about the Veterinary Technology Program,
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Do you have a passion for helping animals? Are you ready for a career in the veterinary field? Graduates of this Veterinary Technology Program will be trained in numerous aspects of the veterinary industry. From preventative to emergency care, our students will have the opportunity to develop and advance their skills in client education, administration of medications, laboratory diagnostics, surgical assisting, dental cleanings, anesthetic monitoring, and problem solving.

Program Options

AAS Veterinary Technology (2 year)

Veterinary Assistant Certificate (Continuing Education)

The Collin College Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the AVMA CVTEA as a program for educating veterinary technicians.     

Students will learn how to...

1. Participate in team based approach to veterinary medicine. 

2. Calculate,  prepare, dispense,  and administer medication to patients as well as identify normal and abnormal responses to medication.

3. Communication skills and proper medical terminology needed to communicate with other team members and relay important information to clients.

4. Safely obtain subjective and objective data that will allow accurate evaluation of the patient.

5. Understand and explain appropriate and inappropriate dietary components for various life stages and therapeutic regimens (e.g. therapeutic foods) in order to promote optimal health, enhance recovery and manage chronic disease conditions in various domestic species. 

6. Identify a patient’s dental health status and perform techniques, as prescribed by a veterinarian, appropriate to the species and its condition in order to promote and maintain dental health.

7. Work with the veterinarian to assess patients and determine appropriate anesthetic and pain management protocols as well as monitor patient status by obtaining a patient’s vital signs and physical parameters. 

8. Prepare patients correctly for surgical procedures; utilize appropriate aseptic techniques for patient and personnel; and, administer appropriate peri-operative care to the patient.

9. Select, wrap and sterilize appropriate instruments and supplies and prepare and maintain the surgical environment to ensure maximum safety and benefit to the patient.

10. Prepare, handle and submit appropriate samples for diagnostic analysis; and be able to: 1) recognize accurate vs. erroneous results; 2) determine appropriate methods and carry out analytical procedures to provide accurate diagnostic information; and, 3) work with the veterinarian to determine if laboratory tests will be needed.

11. Accurately prepare position patients for the appropriate study; 1) properly use radiographic and darkroom equipment positioning, measuring, and using appropriate radiographic technique to produce a diagnostic image; 2) determine if image is diagnostic, and if not, be able to offer options to correct image to create a diagnostic radiograph to minimize repeat exposures; and, 3) exercise professional judgment to minimize risks to patient and personnel.

12. Describe the basic principles of animal research and understand the utilization of laboratory animals in animal research. The student will also have a working knowledge of federal, state, and local animal welfare regulations.

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