Veterinary Technology - Community College of Denver

Veterinary Technology from Community College of Denver is a Campus Associate Veterinary degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The program prepares the graduate to practice as a veterinary technician . The program is designed for completion in five semesters. Completion of the curriculum with a grade of C or better results in an Associate of Applied Science degree . At program completion students are eligible for the Veterinary Technician National Exam Veterinary technicians are paraprofessional members of a veterinary team, assisting a doctor of veterinary medicine. Veterinary technicians perform a variety of tasks, including preparing examination rooms and surgery suites, holding and restraining animals during the exam and/or treatment, collecting specimens, performing routine laboratory procedures, taking diagnostic X-rays, administering medication or treatments, assisting in surgery, performing office skills, maintaining inventory of supplies and assisting with client education. Career opportunities for Veterinary technicians are available in a variety of settings, including private veterinary practices, research laboratories, kennels, zoos, and local, state and federal agencies. These experiences can lead to other job opportunities such as sales, hospital administration, teaching in a Veterinary Technology program and animal advocacy. Career opportunities for Veterinary technicians are available in a variety of settings, including private veterinary practices, research laboratories, kennels, zoos, and local, state and federal agencies. These experiences can lead to other job opportunities such as sales, hospital administration, teaching in a Veterinary Technology program and animal advocacy. View more details on Community College of Denver . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Veterinary courses.