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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a two-year AAS Degree in Veterinary Technology and enter the workforce. Students explore the technical and problem solving skills required for veterinary health care. This degree trains students in veterinary health and handling of a variety of animals including household pets, food animals, exotic animals, birds, and lab animals. The program covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, radiology, parasitology, medical and surgical nursing, anesthesia, pharmacology. Upon completion of the Veterinary Technician degree, students will be prepared to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). Once they pass the VTNE, they can apply to become certified as a veterinary technician in the state of Colorado and pursue a career in veterinary clinic settings. Our three-year average pass rate is 81 percent which is 11 percentage points higher than the national average.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| BIO 111 | General College Biology I with Lab | 5 |
| ENGLISH | ENG 121, ENG 122, or ENG 131 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | VET 102 or HPR 178 | 1 |
| MAT 103 | Math for Clinical Calculations | 3 |
| GEN EDU | COM 115, COM 125, or MTE 110 | 3 |
| CIS 109 | Management Software: Using AVImark | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Semester Note: You may complete the communication requirement in any semester including summer semesters. Biology coursework must be completed within the last seven years.
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| VET 120 | Office Procedures and Relations | 2 |
| VET 116 | Humane Treatment Handling of Animals | 3 |
| VET 205 | Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| VET 108 | Introduction to Laboratory Procedures | 3 |
| VET 134 | Diagnostic Imaging | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
Semester Note: VET 109 can be taken in addition to program requirements to help students explore different opportunities within veterinary medicine.
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| VET 106 | Exotic Animal Handling | 2 |
| VET 115 | Surgical Nursing | 2 |
| VET 206 | Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| VET 224 | Pharmacology Veterinary Tech | 3 |
| VET 241 | Clinical Laboratory Procedures | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Fourth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
Semester Note: VET 242 can be taken in addition to program requirements to help students explore different opportunities within veterinary medicine.
Fifth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| VET 250 | Clinical Competency Evaluation | 1 |
| VET 280 | Internship | 11 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |