VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY

Program List

Associate in Science Degree

The Associate Degree in this AVMA fully-accredited program will prepare students for immediate employment in veterinary offices, biological research facilities, drug and feed manufacturing companies, and in the animal production industry. The objective of this program is to provide the classroom, laboratory, and field experience that will prepare students to be job entry-level competent. After completing the Associate Degree program, eligible students may transfer seamlessly to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Connecticut to major in either Animal Science or Pathobiology. The NCCC Veterinary Technology Program promotes graduate success through a combination of challenging studies, extensive on-site hands-on learning opportunities, affiliations with off-site veterinary clinics, and continued emphasis on the need for lifelong learning.

Advisor: Jane Lewis, jlewis1@nwcc.commnet.edu , 860-738-6490

NOTE: a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) is required for all VET* designated courses. Additionally, all VET* and BIO* designated courses must be completed within 5 years.

Program Admission Prerequisites:

• BIO* 121 – General Biology with a grade of "C' or above
• CHE* 111 –Concepts of Chemistry
• (Above courses must be college level courses with a grade of "C" or above and taken within 5 years prior to entering the program)
• CSA* 105 – Intro to Software Apps OR satisfactory score on placement exam
• MAT*137 Intermediate Algebra or equivalent

Other Requirements:

• Interview w/ fulltime veterinary technology program faculty member
• For any VET* course numbered 150 or higher, a health physical and rabies vaccination certificate are required.
• Students must be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. and must be in overall good health.
• It is strongly recommended that applicants experience 20 hours or more of experience at a veterinary practice.

General Education Requirements
	ENG*101	Composition	3
Literature or Communication	VET*102	Vet Office Mgmt & Communication	3
Behavioral Science	PSY*111	General Psychology I	3
Humanities/ Arts		Humanities or Arts Elective	3
Mathematics	MAT*	Mathematics Elective	3
Natural/ Physical Science	BIO* 235	Microbiology	4
Social Science		Social Science Elective	3
Liberal Arts	BIO*238	Parasitology	3
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Program Requirements
	MED*125	Medical Terminology	3
	VET*250	Principles of Pharmacology-Vet Tech	3
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Specialized Program Requirements
	VET*100	Introduction to Animal Care	2
	VET*101	Introduction to Veterinary Technology	3
	VET*151	Small Animal Veterinary Technology	4
	VET*152	Large Animal Veterinary Technology	4
	VET*201 and 201L	VET Anatomy & Physiology I (Lecture & Lab)	4
	VET*202 and 202L	VET Anatomy & Physiology II (Lecture & Lab)	4
	VET*205 and 205L	Veterinary Laboratory Procedures and Vet Procedures Lab	3
	VET*212	Principles of Imaging	1
	VET*220	Animal Pathology	3
	VET*230	Veterinary Anesthesia & Surgical Nursing (Lab & Lecture)	4
	VET*240	Periodontal & Oral Radiology (Lab & Lecture)	2
	VET*280	Veterinary Technology Externship I	1
	VET*281	Veterinary Technology Externship II	2
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		Total	68

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates should be able to:

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the wide variety of knowledge needed within the career, including anatomy and physiology, laboratory procedures, medical and surgical nursing skills, and clinical pathology.
• Demonstrate the entry-level skills and the knowledge applicable for a wide variety of careers, including employment at veterinary clinics, zoos, wild-life rehabilitation centers, research facilities, pharmaceutical sales, as well as drug and feed manufacturing companies.
• Sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination.
• Demonstrate analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills applicable to the role of the veterinary technician in the field of animal healthcare.