Becker College School of Animal Studies and Natural Sciences
Veterinary Technology (B.S.)

Online USA

DEGREE TYPE

BSc

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The Veterinary Technology (B.S.) program prepares students for careers in animal healthcare, focusing on veterinary medical knowledge, technical skills, and professional ethics. Students engage in hands-on learning experiences and complete internships to enhance their practical skills. The program emphasizes the importance of effective communication in veterinary settings and promotes a commitment to animal welfare.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles as veterinary technicians, animal care managers, and research assistants in various settings, including veterinary clinics and research laboratories. Other possible career paths include working in animal shelters, zoos, and wildlife rehabilitation centers.

Becker’s AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program provides students with a broad view of veterinary medicine. It offers the flexibility to enter the workforce in a variety of different animal-related careers. The first two years allow students to complete an Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology and then, during the junior and senior year complete the Bachelor of Science program where the emphasis is placed on building a solid base of knowledge and advanced nursing skills related to nutrition, animal husbandry, zoonotic diseases, and preventive medicine in companion and non-companion animals.

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