Program Description
The Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology degree prepares students to become veterinary technicians. This on-campus program includes classroom theory, hands-on training and clinical experience. Students work with live animals (including dogs, cats, rats and rabbits) in state-of-the-art facilities.
Delivery Mode
Traditional (on campus)
Curriculum
| Course | Credits |
| First Semester | 14 |
| BIO 230 Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| ENG 101 English Composition I | 3 |
| MAT 181 College Algebra | 3 |
| VET 101 Introduction to Veterinary Technology | 3 |
| UNI 100 First-Year Seminar | 1 |
| Second Semester | 15 |
| BIO 260 Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 226 Basic Microbiology | 4 |
| CHE 101 General Chemistry | 4 |
| VET 160 Care and Management of Exotic and Laboratory Animals | 3 |
| Third Semester | 15 |
| VET 202 Small Animal Management and Clinical Procedures | 4 |
| VET 210 Veterinary Clinical Technology and Laboratory Procedures | 4 |
| VET 220 Large Animal Management and Clinical Procedures | 4 |
| VET 240 Veterinary Pharmacy and Pharmacology | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | 16 |
| VET 230 Digital Diagnostic Imaging | 3 |
| VET 250 Surgical Nursing, Anesthesia and Pain Management | 4 |
| VET 292 Clinical Experience | 3 |
| General Education | 6 |
| Total | 60 |
Program Webpage
https://www.calu.edu/academics/undergraduate/associate/veterinary-technology/index.aspx