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New technologies in anesthesia, laboratory equipment, diagnostic testing, and medical treatment are being created everyday to vastly improve animal care. To prepare for these responsibilities, the vet tech program at MCC is designed to meet the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree requirements for individuals who wish to enter the job market with the skills to perform a variety of functions. 

Courses are taught by experienced veterinary technicians and veterinarians who are keenly aware of the expectations of future employees. This program is designed to be a two-year AAS degree.

Career options available today for Certified Veterinary Technicians include:

• private practice
• emergency practice
• specialty practice
• zoos and wildlife facilities
• hospital management
• veterinary supply sales
• biomedical facilities
• military service
• veterinary colleges/universities
• industry
• drug/feed manufacturing companies
• food safety inspection
• humane societies & animal control facilities
  diagnostic laboratories