Q. I want to be a veterinary technician, and I also want a 4 year degree. I'm confused on what I'd have to do and what the process is to become one. I'm planning to go to a college that offers a bachelors in biomedical sciences. Can I use that to become a veterinary technician along with training as a vet assistant outside of school? Like interning or something? And will I still need a certificate? Ahh, what all do I need?! I'm confused!
A. In most states you are required to have an Associates degree specifically in veterinary technology in order to sit for the licensing/credentialing exams and work as a veterinary technician. A very small number will allow you to sit for the exams with a Bachelors degree in a closely related field, but it is a state-by-state thing so you need to contact the licensing/credentialing board in your state to get an answer to this question that is going to be relevant to you.
Generally though, you must have a degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited veteirnary technnology college program. These are typically 2-3 year programs but there are just under 20 bachelors degree programs offered in the US. Typically you earn your degree (which will include an internship in a veterinary facility), apply to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam, apply for credentials through the licensing/credentialing group in your state and take the state board exam if your state requires one. Once you have met the requirements of your state you are then credentialed for typically 1 year but in some states you don't have to renew your credentials for 2-3 years. Again, the details vary from state to state so you need to contact the credentialing agency for the state you are in to get an answer that is appropriate for you.
If you don't know who credentials veterinary technicians in your state, contact your state veterinary technician association or veterinary medical licensing board.
Generally though, you must have a degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited veteirnary technnology college program. These are typically 2-3 year programs but there are just under 20 bachelors degree programs offered in the US. Typically you earn your degree (which will include an internship in a veterinary facility), apply to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam, apply for credentials through the licensing/credentialing group in your state and take the state board exam if your state requires one. Once you have met the requirements of your state you are then credentialed for typically 1 year but in some states you don't have to renew your credentials for 2-3 years. Again, the details vary from state to state so you need to contact the credentialing agency for the state you are in to get an answer that is appropriate for you.
If you don't know who credentials veterinary technicians in your state, contact your state veterinary technician association or veterinary medical licensing board.
What are some jobs in the veterinary field that pay good money?
Q. Other than a vetirinarian and veterinary technician ( I heard they get paid only $10-$15 per hour) what are some other good paying jobs in the veterinary field? And how much do they pay?Also, what kind of schooling would they require?
Thanks a bunch in advance.
I knwo veterinarians make good money, but with the years of school required and the cost of education it seems unrealistic.
Thanks a bunch in advance.
I knwo veterinarians make good money, but with the years of school required and the cost of education it seems unrealistic.
A. I'm pre-vet and I'm going to specialize in equine veterinary science (treating horses). Depending on your location and area of specialty, you can make anywhere from $50,000 - $200,000/year. Kentucky, California, and Florida are among the most horse-populated states in the country. Oh, and regular small animal vets make much more than $10-$15/hr. I'm not sure about vet techs, though.
What is the difference between a veterinary technician and veterinary technologist?
Q. I am planning on starting school to be a veterinary Technician in March but I am a little bit unclear as to what the difference is between "technician" and "technologist." Are they really two different jobs, or just two titles for the same duties?
Also, what do you have to do to be able to get a national license, as opposed to a state license, if it's possible? TIA
Also, what do you have to do to be able to get a national license, as opposed to a state license, if it's possible? TIA
A. The difference is the amount of education. A person with an associates degree in veterinary technology is termed a "veterinary technician" while a person with a bachelors degree in veterinary technology is a "veterinary technologist". However no state offers a credential (licensure, etc) as a veterinary technologist. No matter which degree, a person who has earned credentials is called a Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician by the state credentialing agencies and the laws. They also tend to do the same duties as there are no legal seperation between the two types of degree holders.
As for getting a national license, that doesn't exist. Each state writes it's own laws and regulations governing veterinary technicians (and veterinarians) and holds the right to only credential people who meet their requirements for work in that state. Credentials also do not automatically transfer from state to state for this reason.
As for getting a national license, that doesn't exist. Each state writes it's own laws and regulations governing veterinary technicians (and veterinarians) and holds the right to only credential people who meet their requirements for work in that state. Credentials also do not automatically transfer from state to state for this reason.
What is the difference between a veterinary technician and veterinary technologist?
Q. I am planning on starting school to be a veterinary Technician in March but I am a little bit unclear as to what the difference is between "technician" and "technologist." Are they really two different jobs, or just two titles for the same duties?
Also, what do you have to do to be able to get a national license, as opposed to a state license, if it's possible? TIA
Also, what do you have to do to be able to get a national license, as opposed to a state license, if it's possible? TIA
A. The difference is the amount of education. A person with an associates degree in veterinary technology is termed a "veterinary technician" while a person with a bachelors degree in veterinary technology is a "veterinary technologist". However no state offers a credential (licensure, etc) as a veterinary technologist. No matter which degree, a person who has earned credentials is called a Licensed/Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician by the state credentialing agencies and the laws. They also tend to do the same duties as there are no legal seperation between the two types of degree holders.
As for etting a national license, that doesn't exist. Each state writes it's own laws and regulations governing veterinary technicians and holds the right to only credential people who meet their requirements for work in that state. Credentials also do not automatically transfer from state to state for this reason.
As for etting a national license, that doesn't exist. Each state writes it's own laws and regulations governing veterinary technicians and holds the right to only credential people who meet their requirements for work in that state. Credentials also do not automatically transfer from state to state for this reason.
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