Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician

Get the Skills to Begin a Career as a Veterinary Technician in as few as 20 Months

Your love of animals can become your career! YTI's Veterinary Technician program graduates will be proficient in animal anatomy and physiology, nutrition, breeding, husbandry, sanitation, behavior, handling, nursing, euthanasia, and necropsy for various animal species. These skills will prepare you for employment as a veterinary technician in veterinary practices, universities, research facilities, pharmaceutical companies, zoos, or other areas where the skills of a vet technician are needed.

CAREER PROFILE INFOGRAPHIC

Fast Facts

  • 100% online (lecture and lab) program offered through YTI-York
  • Degree: Associate in Specialized Technology
  • Veterinary Technician National Exam test prep
  • Two Clinical experiences performed at an approved site near you for hands on essential skills

Veterinary Technician Program Mission Statement: The mission of the Veterinary Technician program at YTI Career Institute - York is to prepare entry-level veterinary technicians using didactic and experiential hands-on training. The program focuses on integrity, teamwork, professionalism, critical thinking and core competency completion, which prepares graduates for a successful career in the veterinary industry.

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AVMA-CVTEA Accredited

CVTEA LogoAccredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association - Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (AVMA-CVTEA)

As required by the AVMA-CVTEA, YTI Career Institute York's three-year pass rate on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) is as follows:
From July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024
Number of first-time candidates that have taken the VTNE: 100
Three-year VTNE pass percentage: 38%

LICENSES

Individuals applying for a State Certified Veterinary Technician license must first pass the American Association of Veterinary State Boards Veterinary Technician National Examination. Graduation from the YTI Veterinary Technician program qualifies students to take this exam.

How/When to Apply

We start new sessions on a regular basis.
Next Start Date: January 6, 2025

At YTI Career Institute, we're making it easier than ever for you to enroll using our automated application portal. Upload your documents and start the financial aid process without the hassle of drawn-out application processes. And our admissions staff is still available to help you every step of the way. Taking control of your career just got easier!

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Schedule

  • The Veterinary Technician program is offered in a hybrid format with instruction and simulated labs occurring 100% online
  • Students will complete a clinical externship experience at a veterinary hospital of their choosing

Is a Career as a Veterinary Professional Right for You?

Take the YTI "Veterinary Professional Career Training Readiness Quiz"

The fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you'll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you're best suited for.
Get your Veterinary Professional Career Training Readiness score now!

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Can I Afford It?

Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. Our team of Educational Funding Specialists will work with you to determine what you’re eligible for and how to pay for school.

There are federal, institutional and private programs that can make your career training more affordable, as well as grant and scholarship opportunities that may be available to you.

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Will I Get A Job?

While employment is not guaranteed, our Career Service Advisors are dedicated to helping you find the right job for you! We'll help you with your job search, and also with resume and cover letter writing, and interviewing skills.

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Why YTI?

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Instructors
At YTI, you're taught by instructors who have actually worked in the field - so you benefit from their real-world knowledge

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Job Placement Assistance
While employment is not guaranteed, our Career Services Department networks with prospective employers to match businesses that have employment needs with YTI graduates suited for those positions.

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Accreditation
YTI Career Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).