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Blue Ridge CTC’s Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology program is designed by industry experts to ensure students gain entry-level skills to enter a variety of positions within the veterinary field including but not limited to: general veterinary practice, specialty veterinary medicine, emergency, critical care, oncology, dentistry, internal medicine, surgery, ophthalmology, behavior, nutrition, zoos, research labs, reference labs, animal health pharmaceutical marketing, etc.
Build a solid foundation for a promising career with our Associate degree in Veterinary Technology. Blue Ridge CTC offers a blend of real-world knowledge and additional workforce skills employers look for in qualified applicants.
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2021-2031
Projected for various in-demand skills/roles in the Veterinary Technology Field
Yearly Jobs
Projected for private clinics, laboratories, and animal hospitals between 2021 to 2030!
for Industry Skills
Focused on veterinary health care and education
This program received initial accreditation by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) February 8, 2024.
With the two-year Blue Ridge CTC Associate degree in Veterinary Technology, students earn skills and training that will enable them to work in a variety of veterinary clinical settings. The degree lets students:
Our Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology teaches students in-demand skills through an industry-focused curriculum required to take the VTNE (Veterinary Technician Board Exam) and become Registered Veterinary Technicians
Throughout this program, students learn the latest workforce-ready technical skills, knowledge, competencies, and professional aptitude required to work in a variety of veterinary related settings as a Registered Veterinary Technician after passing the licensing examination.
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With a Blue Ridge CTC associate degree in Veterinary Technology, students learn hands-on skills necessary to effectively work in animal healthcare.
This program delivers students practical understanding of animal health care. The curriculum helps students to understand and participate in animal health care in:
January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024 | |
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Blue Ridge CTC offers an industry-focused approach to learning, leading to a path-breaking career and continuing education opportunities.
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Blue Ridge CTC acts as a catalyst to career goals, gives students exposure to real-time career prospects, and provides a learning environment supporting personal and professional growth.
Effective faculty is the backbone of any school. Our faculty are committed teachers and scholars who:
Deliver real-world learning to shape a students’ job market competency.
Impart teaching that promotes creativity and sets the base for further 4-year programs.
Extend a smart learning model that raises job prospects.
Integrate best-in-class learning formats and resources to drive focused learning.
We provide comprehensive Student Support Services to promote student success.
Student Services provides a variety of support, including tutoring, accessibility accommodations, and more!
We provide high-tech classes, supporting labs, and study areas to promote a balanced education.
We recognize talent and celebrate performance with awards and acknowledgments.
We have supportive staff to help with personal, professional, and academic challenges.
We support students from admission through the career search! Career Services assists students:
Find the right kind of job with a career inventory assessment.
Get assistance on resume writing and referral to participating employer partners.
With interview preparation to boost their morale and get prepared with the right narration to win job negotiations.
Get a holistic learning environment, where they are nurtured to become the next set of professionals entering the workforce.
As a community of students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders, we strive for diversity, equity, and inclusion on our campuses, both inside and outside of the classroom.
Campus diversity encourages open dialogue on campus.
Equity removes barriers and ensures equal opportunities are afforded to all.
Our campus offers an inclusive, welcoming environment where all are valued, celebrated, and included.
The campus community promotes diversity and inclusion through a variety of speakers and events.
We are committed to providing students with real-time training and internship opportunities to enter the workforce directly after graduating.
We provide industry expert instruction to strengthen job-specific skills needed for real-world challenges.
We assist students with internship opportunities to find their way to a successful career.
We provide industry-certified expert supervision and guidance to raise students’ job prospects in the Government and Private sectors.
Our campus is well equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, machinery, hardware, and software required to provide the technical skills needed for real jobs.
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Note: All salary projections are based on the current position and educational needs. BRCTC cannot guarantee that job titles or the projections given will be the salaries students or graduates will ultimately receive. Two year completion is approximate and based on full-time enrollment. Student testimonials, income statements, and examples on the College website are the results of real students. These testimonials are not intended to guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. Each individual’s success depends on his or her desire, commitment, dedication, and motivation to pursue academic and workforce opportunities. Testimonials are not intended to create a contract between a student and the College.