Veterinary Assistant Program

The veterinary assistant program at Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture prepares students to assist veterinarians, laboratory animal specialists, and zoological professionals in treating animals. They also have the option to become a kennel attendant, animal caretaker, groomer, zookeeper, or animal trainer. The program focuses on providing patient management, care, and clinical procedure assistance, and owner communication. Program courses include: animal health and nutrition, animal handling, clinical pathology, radiology, anesthesiology, dental prophylaxis, surgical assisting, and clinical laboratory procedures. Get more details below including other Nebraska colleges that offer veterinary assistant program.

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Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture

404 East 7th, Curtis, NE

University of Nebraska - Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture is a school dedicated to providing higher education to the residents of Nebraska and nearby states focused on agriculture. Students are given the opportunity to earn practical training as preparation for their career as agricultural leaders and entrepreneurs.

The campus is located at the small town of Curtis, a place conducive to learning relevant agricultural skills and several student activities. Near the campus is a 580 acre working farm and wide range of animals used for educational activities including cattle, horses, dogs, birds, snakes, alpacas, rodents, and other exotics are available on campus.

This school offers affordable education with low tuition rates and financial aids available for the students. NCTA provides comprehensive academic programs in line with the dynamic agricultural industry needs, as well as with the goals of the students. These programs include four majors: Veterinary Technology Systems, Agriculture Production Systems, Agribusiness Management Systems and Horticulture Systems. Students who take these majors can transfer to other four-year institutions.

Specialty programs and online courses are also offered for students who would like to start a career in agriculture or obtain college credits. Each of the programs offered in this school is designed to meet the diverse needs of the students. With quality education, NCTA aims to produce graduates with a competitive edge in the work force industry.

NCTA hosts a number of activities and events. Some of the athletic programs that may be enjoyed in this school are played by the Rodeo Team, Ranch Horse Team, and Equitation Team. Besides these programs, students can also enjoy picnics, movie nights, dances and intramural sports.

Application Procedures and Requirements along with a full list of academic programs can quickly be found at NCTA or by requesting information from the school.

Students Enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Description

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, veterinary technologists and technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).