Wednesday, February 3, 2010

If have a liberal arts Associates degree and how can I become a vet tech?

I have my associates in liberal arts and am looking to become a vet tech. Does anyone have any suggestions for me? I could go back to my community college and get an associates degree with vet tech certification , or should I move on to get a bachelors in animal science? What do you think is a better decision here?If have a liberal arts Associates degree and how can I become a vet tech?
Most states require that you have a degree specifically in veterinary technology in order to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam and earn credentials to work as a veterinary technician. (The type of credentials granted depends on the laws of the state.) In some states, the use of the title ';veterinary technician'; and the practice of veterinary technology is recognized as profession and licensure is required. In other states, veterinary technicians are registered or certified. The laws that govern veterinary technicians vary from state to state so for specific information on the laws a person should check their state veterinary practice act or contact their state veterinary licensing board.





So, it's quite likely that you will not be able to work as a veterinary technician without having a degree in veterinary technology from an American Veterinary Medical Assoc. accredited college degree program. You can find a list of these programs through the AVMA website:


http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/vette鈥?/a>

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