Veterinary Technician

Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology (AAS)

The Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology is designed to prepare students for a career as a Registered Veterinary Technician. In class training and real life examples via partner internships assist individuals in learning what the skills to become proficient as a veterinary technician.

• Degree Requirements

See the requirements for admission and start your application today for the Veterinary Technology program.

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Sample Careers and Salary Outlook

Those who complete an Associate of Applied Science degree to be a veterinary technician can find work in a variety of locations.

Employment of veterinary technologists and technicians is projected to grow 9 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 14,300 openings for veterinary technologists and technicians are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

According to information from the Bureau of Labor, the projected job outlook for veterinary technicians this decade includes a job growth of 9%.
The average annual wage is $45,980 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

For More Information, Contact:

Rachel Gipson, Director/Technical Instructor 
Veterinary Technology Program
Email: RachaelGipson@MissouriState.edu

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