What college courses are needed to become a vet tech?

Answer 1

High school classes will have little affect on the ability. You will need to get into college and do well there, so lots of science and math, particularly Biology and chemistry would be very helpful.

Answer 2

Veterinary technicians are required (in most states) to have a 2 year degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program, to have passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam and a state exam in order to be credentialed. They are also generally required to attend a set number of continuing education courses each year to keep up with changes in veterinary medicine. Veterinary technicians are educated in veterinary anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, animal husbandry, surgical assisting, anesthesia, medical nursing, diagnostics such as radiology and ultrasonography, clinical pathology, parasitology, medical terminology and record keeping, biological collection and sample handling and preperation, etc. They can also specialize in areas such as emergency and critical care, internal medicine, anesthesia, dentistry, behavior and equine nursing.

The exact titles of the courses will vary from school to school, but the AVMA sets out a list of criteria, including topics covered, to be met before a school is accredited.

The American Veterinary Medical Association maintains a list of accredited degree programs on their website: http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/vettech_programs.asp

Answer 3

Most states require that you have a 2-3 year degree in veterinary technology from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited veterinary technology program. There are still a handful of states that do not currently require a degree in veterinary technology or credentialling as a veterinary technician in order to be called a veterinary technician, but it is become less and less common. Most states are moving to mandatory credentialling (licensing, registering or certifying) of veterinary technicians.

Answer 4

An associates degree in veterinary technology from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited program.