You must have a 2-year degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program, have passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam and a state exam and be registered with the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.
Yes, you must be credentialed. In North Carolina the credential granted is "registered veterinary technician". The laws in North Carolina reserve the use of the titles "vet tech" or "veterinary technician" for someone who has a degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program, has passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam and the state board exam and is currently registered with the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.
Yes you can
it depends on were you want to work to be vet some don't require it.
8 years four is "pre-vet" four in vet to become an actually vet to become vet tech is 4
No, you may return to college, complete the pre-requisite courses and apply to vet school without becoming a vet tech. In fact, it is rare that a veterinarian was ever formally trained as a vet tech.
Virginia tech does not offer a veterinary assisting programs.
Typically it takes 2-3 years to become a Vet Tech. Look for programs accredited by NAVTA to receive either an associate degree or certificate.
NO unfortunetly
No you have to finish school for further training.
a 2 year associates degree
?????/?????? I went to The Vet Tech Institute. It is not a vet school. It's a vet tech school and my tuition was almost $30,000. I went to the one in Pittsburgh, PA
It takes 6-8 years of college training