Veterinary Technology - Ridgewater College - Wilmar

Veterinary Technology from Ridgewater College - Wilmar is a Campus Associate Veterinary degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Ridgewater College Veterinary Technology program is tailored to nurture the knowledge, abilities, and lifelong learning skills required of the veterinary technician . Courses are taught by experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians who are aware of what your future employers will expect you to know. After completing the program coursework, the students gain on-the-job experience through an internship program at a veterinary clinic, laboratory, research facility, humane society, production animal operation, wildlife center, or zoo. Students will benefit from: State-of-the-art equipment and facilities for extensive hands-on training, including a digital X-ray facility, laser surgery equipment, and dental units Simulated on-site Veterinary Clinic Kennel facility with dogs, cats, small animals and exotics Opportunities for hands-on experience with large animals The most experienced Vet Tech faculty in the state Small class sizes One of the lowest tuition rates of any Veterinary Technology program in the state of Minnesota A fully-accredited American Veterinary Medical Association program. The Veterinary Technology major is academically rigorous and requires highly motivated individuals dedicated to success. Applicants are expected to spend at least one week observing or working in a veterinary clinic with a veterinary technician prior to starting the program. A veterinary technician is the combination of a nurse and a medical technologist. He/she is a highly trained paraprofessional and an integral part of the veterinary medical team. Duties include: Surgery Anesthesia Laboratory work Patient care and nursing Pharmacy maintenance Client education Graduates find employment in several industries: Private vet offices Clinical and research labs Pharmaceuticals Zoological parks Veterinary supply View more details on Ridgewater College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Veterinary courses.