Veterinary Technology

Program Overview

Mercy University's Veterinary Technology Program is a four-year, AVMA-accredited program that prepares students to become licensed veterinary technologists. The program combines general education and science courses with specialized veterinary technology coursework and two full-semester externships, providing students with the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary for a successful career in the veterinary field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Veterinary Technology Program at Mercy University is a four-year program that leads to a Bachelor of Science degree.
• The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as veterinary technologists.
• Veterinary technologists are licensed professionals who work with veterinarians to provide medical care to animals.
• The program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
• Graduates of the program have a 98% pass rate on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE).

Outline:

• The program consists of 120 credit hours.
• The first two years of the program focus on general education and science courses.
• The last two years of the program focus on veterinary technology courses.
• The program includes two full-semester externships.
• Externships provide students with hands-on experience in a veterinary setting.

Assessment:

• Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Presentations
• Papers
• Clinical rotations

Teaching:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members.
• Faculty members are dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education.
• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Labs
• Clinical rotations

Careers:

• Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of careers in the veterinary field.
• Graduates can work in:
• Veterinary clinics
• Animal hospitals
• Research laboratories
• Pharmaceutical companies
• Government agencies