Veterinary Technology - Norwalk, AS (VETT-AS-NK)
The CT State-Norwalk Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (AVMA CVTEA) as a program for educating veterinary technicians. Successful degree completion prepares students for immediate employment in veterinary practices, biomedical research, zoo/wildlife medicine, industry, military, livestock health management, and pharmaceutical sales. Through classroom, laboratory, and field experience students are prepared for entry-level positions in the veterinary/animal fields, with a special focus on companion animal medicine and practice. Graduates are able to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). VTNE preparation and job placement assistance are provided.
Courses
- BIO1210 — General Biology I
- CCS1001 — College & Career Success
- CHEM1110 — Concepts of Chemistry
- ENG1010 — Composition
- MATH1010 — Intermediate Algebra
- VET1001 — Introduction to Veterinary Technology
- VET1002 — Veterinary Office Management and Communication
- VET1003 — Animal Care and Handling
- VET1026 — Veterinary Terminology and Medical Math
- VET1051 — Small Animal Clinical Nursing
- VET1052 — Large Animal Clinical Nursing
- VET2001 — Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology I
- VET2002 — Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology II
- VET2005 — Veterinary Laboratory Procedures
- VET2006 — Clinical Application to Veterinary Laboratory Procedures
- VET2012 — Principles of Veterinary Imaging
- VET2013 — Clinical Diagnostic Imaging for the Veterinary Technician
- VET2020 — Animal Pathophysiology
- VET2030 — Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Nursing
- VET2033 — Clinical Approach to Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Nursing
- VET2035 — Veterinary Microbiology and Immunology
- VET2038 — Veterinary Parasitology
- VET2040 — Periodontology and Oral Radiology
- VET2050 — Principles of Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians
- VET2095 — Veterinary Technology Externship I
- VET2195 — Veterinary Technology Externship II