Veterinary Assistant Program

The veterinary assistant program at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred 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 New York colleges that offer veterinary assistant program.

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SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Also known as Alfred State College

112 College Road, Loch Sheldrake, NY

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Alfred, New York, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Alfred State College has an annual student enrollment of around 3,700.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Construction Trades
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Engineering Technology
• Mechanic And Repair Technology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to Alfred State College. Scores between 18 - 23 on the ACT or 1230 - 1550 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for getting accepted. Alfred State College has an acceptance rate of about 49% of which only 38% decided to attend.

The tuition at Alfred State College varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $12,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $6,700 each year. Students attending SUNY College of Technology at Alfred may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.alfredstate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY College of Technology at Alfred offers an associate's degree program in veterinary assistant.

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).