VTCH-AAS - Veterinary Technology

www.laguardia.edu/veterinarytech/

The Veterinary Technology Program provides for both classroom and clinical training in the areas of small and large animal care and laboratory animal science. It is coordinated by the Health Sciences Department and leads to an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. The program meets requirements set forth by the New York State Department of Education, is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and will prepare the graduate for the licensing exam to be a Veterinary Technician.

Veterinary Technicians work under the supervision of a veterinarian in a wide variety of tasks. These include such services as: collection of specimens and performance of tests on blood and urine; preparation of animal patients and equipment for surgery; routine nursing of medical and surgical patients; exposure and development of radiographs; supervision of subordinate hospital personnel; and routine business management procedures.

Special progression standards exist for veterinary technology majors. Students admitted into this program since Fall 1999 are considered to be in the “pre-clinical” phase of the major. To progress to the “clinical” phase, students must meet specific criteria which are described in the Veterinary Technology Student Handbook. This handbook is available from the Admissions Office and from the program director. Achievement of the progression standards does not guarantee advancement to the clinical phase. Only a small number of students are admitted to the clinical phase due to program capacity. Students admitted to the clinical phase will be required to assist in care and handling of the program’s animals as part of course requirements.

Please check with the Vet Tech Office for the latest information on specific health requirements for admission to the clinical phase of the program.