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Degree S0105
The Registered Veterinary Technology 91直播, which is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association, is designed to enable students to prepare for a career in this essential and diverse profession. The program is unique in that most courses provide hands-on experience designed to give the student a combination of practical skills and technical knowledge. This program is intended to prepare students for entry-level employment following graduation. This degree is designed to prepare students for careers as Registered Veterinary Technicians who will work under the supervision of licensed private organizations including veterinary hospitals, research facilities, animal shelters, and other animal care agencies. Graduates of the program receive an Associate in Science Degree in Registered Veterinary Technology and are eligible to take the VTNE (Veterinary Technicians National Exam) leading to licensure as a Registered Veterinary Technician.聽
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- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
SOC Career Code: 29-2056.00Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.
Typical Hourly Salary$21.78The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$53,306.30Annual Job Openings1,026Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
SOC Career Code: 31-9096.00Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.
Typical Hourly Salary$17.78The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$40,023.31Annual Job Openings3,383Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
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- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
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