AAS-VET_TECH - Veterinary Nursing, AAS
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The Veterinary Nursing program prepares the student for a career as a veterinary nurse. Upon completion of the curriculum, the student is eligible to take the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) toward certification as a credentialed veterinary nurse. The curriculum includes practical and theoretical course work which prepares the student for employment in various areas of animal healthcare including veterinary hospitals, veterinary clinics, research facilities, and diagnostic laboratories. The instruction in this program consists of skills and concepts related to; patient management, patient care, clinical procedures, communication with owners, animal nursing care, animal health/nutrition, animal handling, clinical pathology, radiology, anesthesiology, dental prophylaxis, surgical assisting, clinical laboratory procedures, office administration skills, patient and owner management, and applicable standards and regulations.
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Program Costs
Veterinary Nursing, AAS - $20,108.00
Cost does not include online fees, books or tools. Financial Assistance may be available to those who qualify. Total calculated based on the lowest cost combination of elective credits required.