Veterinary Technology Curriculum

Freshman Year

Fall Semester
Credit Hours
Spring Semester
Credit Hours
VTSC1101
4
VTSC1102
4
BIOL1005
4
BIOL1006
4
CHEM1001
4
VTSC1200
2
ACAD1001
2
CHEM1002
4
MATH1200
3
ENGL1001
3
17
17
 

Sophomore Year

Fall Semester
Credit Hours
Spring Semester
Credit Hours
VTSC2500
4
VTSC2000
2
VTSC2102
3
VTSC2001
2
VTSC2900
2
VTSC2101
3
VTSC2902
1
VTSC2201
2
INFO1001
3
VTSC2904
1
ENGL1003
3
Elective (Humanities)
3
Elective (Social Science)
3
16
16
Total Credits:
66

Special Requirements:

All full and part-time students are required to demonstrate proof of medical insurance, a tetanus booster within the last ten (10) years, and a tuberculosis test within one (1) year to participate in animal laboratories, veterinary clinic rotations and career externship. Rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis immunization is highly recommended. Students are required to either show proof of rabies immunization or sign a declination form. Students must be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to demonstrate the physical capabilities to work closely and safely with animals of all sizes. Students with limitations to movement, sight or hearing may find it difficult to meet all course requirements. For the health and safety of students appropriate attire will be addressed in all classes with laboratories.

Students who fail to achieve a C or better in any core Veterinary Technology course after two attempts will be dropped from the program. The required Veterinary Technology courses include all courses with a VTSC, BIOL, MATH or CHEM designation.

Please refer to the specific admission requirements for all Health Science programs in the Admission section of the academic catalog, under the Veterinary Applicants section.

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