Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology

Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology

Total Credits 
On Campus: 70 credits
Online: 72 credits
Delivery 
On Campus: Courses taken one at a time for a seven-week term
Online: Seven- and 15-week terms with student-selected in-person clinical experiences
Core Program Duration 
On Campus: 2.5 years
Online: 2 years
Campus 
Rochester
Online
Accreditation 
Rochester: Initial American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Accreditation
Online: Applied for AVMA Accreditation
Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology
About the Program 

Medaille offers the associate degree in Veterinary Technology online or on our Rochester campus as an accelerated evening and weekend program, designed to help students achieve their educational goals. This program is designed for students who wish to earn an A.A.S. in Veterinary Technology degree but have work and family responsibilities that prevent them from attending a full-time day program. Successful completion of the program provides students with the necessary credentials to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). In addition, the program satisfies the New York State Education requirements for professional licensure as a veterinary technician.

What can you do with this degree?
Medaille graduates can pursue employment in
What can you do with this degree? 
Veterinary Clinics
Animal Hospitals
Animal Shelters
Aquariums
Zoos
Kennels
Biomedical Research Facilities

Program Format 
On Campus
Online

Seven-week term for on-campus classes; both seven- and 15-week terms with student-selected in-person clinical experiences for online classes 

On-campus classes meet once per week from 6 to 10 p.m.

Complete your degree in as little as two and a half years on campus, or two years online

Fall and spring starts

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MEDAILLE FITS YOUR LIFE.

At Medaille College, we understand the challenges of being a working adult with high career aspirations. That’s why Medaille’s Adult & Graduate programs are designed specifically to fit your already busy schedule. With Medaille, you can earn your degree and still have time for work and family. Medaille College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000)
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On Campus

Email: AdultGradAdmissions@medaille.edu
Buffalo campus: (716) 932-2568
Rochester campus: (585) 272-0030

 

Online

Email: Donald.P.Lando@medaille.edu
Call: (716) 880-2542

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