VET TECH SCHOOL
24 Month Associate Degree Program
Available at our Lexington Campus
VET TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Veterinary Technician program is a 24-month Associate Degree designed to equip students with a diverse skill set for careers as Vet Techs. Graduates will be prepared to work in various settings, including animal hospitals, private clinics, animal shelters, and more. These settings can involve general (small and/or large animal), emergency, and various specialty care.
Through our vet tech program, you’ll learn essential skills in animal nursing, lab procedures, and diagnostic imaging. At our vet tech school, we emphasize learning by doing, so you’ll spend time working with animals in supervised clinical settings. MedQuest also provides the foundation you need for your vet tech certification, blending theory with practical training to prepare you for the real world.
VET TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Graduates earn an Associate Degree in 24 months
- Flexible schedules
- Career services and job placement assistance
- Hands-on training from experienced instructors in a working clinical lab
- Institutionally accredited by ABHES
- Accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA); this accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for veterinary medical education in the United States
- Financial aid is available for those who qualify
VET TECHNOLOGY DEGREE AND CERTIFICATIONS
The program includes a balance of classroom, clinical, and laboratory experiences. Upon completion of the program and meeting all of the course requirements, students will receive a:
- Veterinary Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
- Prepared to apply to take the Veterinary Technology National Examination (VTNE) through the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB)
- Upon successful completion of the national examination, students will be eligible to submit for licensure by the Kentucky Board of Veterinary Examiners (KBVE)
VTNE ANNUAL REPORTING DATA
| Provide three-year timeframe you are reporting (i.e. July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025) | July 2024 – July 2025 (1 yr information New program) |
| Total number of graduates taking exam for the first time (total for three years for the timeframe indicated) | 11 |
| Three Year VTNE Pass Percentage % | 85% |
PROGRAM HOURS AND CAREER SERVICES
The Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College requires students to complete 1160 hours of lecture and lab on campus and 420 hours of externship and clinical rotations off-campus. While on campus and before completing the program each student will meet with the Director of Career Services for assistance with resume writing, preparation of cover letters, interviewing techniques, and networking skills. The career services department provides job placement assistance for all graduates. Alumni in good standing may continue to use any and all placement resources indefinitely at no charge.
Is a Career as a Veterinary Technician Right for You?
Take the MedQuest College “Veterinary Technology Career Training Readiness Quiz”
This fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for.
EXTERNSHIP AND CAREER SERVICES AT MEDQUEST COLLEGE
Externship
Prior to graduation, students are required to complete an externship under the guidance of area experts. During this externship, students will refine the skills learned on campus as well as work directly with patients for real-life experience.
Career Services
Our Career Services Director provides assistance to graduating students and alumni that include instruction in resume writing, preparation of cover letters, interviewing techniques and networking skills. The college provides job placement assistance for its graduates. Alumni in good standing may continue to use any and all placement resources indefinitely at no charge.
WHAT IS A VETERINARY TECHNICIAN?
A Veterinary Technician, also known as Vet Tech, uses the skills learned through a Veterinary Technology accredited program to provide day-to-day and emergency animal care under the supervision of a Veterinarian. Vet Techs play an important role in veterinary medicine from performing check-ups to assisting during surgery for small, large, and exotic animals.
WHAT DOES A VETERINARY TECHNICIAN DO?
Graduates of the Vet Tech school at MedQuest College will receive the education and training needed to perform a wide range of responsibilities including:
- Office and Hospital Procedures, Client Relations, And Communications: Management, Communication, And Law and Ethics
- Pharmacy and Pharmacology: Administration and Dispensing
- Nursing: Patient Assessment and Patient Care (Husbandry, Nutrition, Therapeutics, And Dentistry)
- Anesthesia: Patient Management and Equipment/Facility Management
- Surgical Nursing: Patient Management and Procedural Management
- Laboratory Procedures: Specimen Management and Specimen Analysis
- Imaging: Capturing and Processing Radiographs
- Laboratory Animal Procedures
- Avian, Exotic, and Small Mammals Procedures
WHERE DOES A VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WORK?
Veterinary Technicians most commonly work in animal hospitals and private clinics including general, emergency, and specialty care. You could also find employment in animal shelters, boarding facilities, and laboratories. With additional certifications, Vet Techs can find employment working with exotic animals or at the zoo.
WHY MEDQUEST COLLEGE
MedQuest College has provided high-quality instruction to students in Kentucky and Indiana since 1999. By providing Southern Indiana, Louisville and Lexington Kentucky, and surrounding areas with quality programs we are able to proudly say that MedQuest College has successfully employed thousands of graduates in the medical fields. Our campuses are located in Louisville KY and Lexington KY. We are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a nationally recognized accrediting body.
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is the role of a Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech)?
A: A Veterinary Technician provides day-to-day and emergency animal care under the supervision of a Veterinarian. It is an essential role that requires compassion, knowledge, and technical accuracy in animal-related duties.
Q: What degree is offered, and how long is the Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College?
A: The Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College leads to an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology. It is a two-year program that requires 1160 hours of lecture and lab on campus, plus 420 hours of externship and clinical rotations off-campus.
Q: What national exam do Veterinary Technology graduates prepare for?
A: Upon completion of the Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College, graduates are prepared and eligible to apply to take the Veterinary Technology National Examination (VTNE) through the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB).
Q: Where do Veterinary Technicians typically work?
A: Vet Techs most commonly work in animal hospitals and private clinics, including general, emergency, and specialty care. They can also find employment in animal shelters, boarding facilities, and laboratories.
Q: Is the Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College accredited?
A: Yes, the MedQuest College Veterinary Technology Program has received AVMA accreditation (American Veterinary Medical Association). This accreditation ensures the program meets industry standards for curriculum, equipment, and faculty.
Q: What kind of equipment is provided for the Veterinary Technician program at MedQuest College?
A: The MedQuest College campus offers two dedicated labs, a mock surgical suite, examination stations, and a clinical lab fully equipped to prepare students for their field.
Q: Will there be hands-on training for the Veterinary Technician program at MedQuest College?
A: Yes. The two-year Veterinary Technician degree program at MedQuest College includes 1160 hours of lecture and lab on campus and requires 420 hours of externship and clinical rotations off-campus. This prepares students to assist with surgeries, administer medications, collect lab specimens, and perform dental care.
Q: What are the minimum requirements to apply to MedQuest College?
A: All applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Specific prerequisites may apply depending on the course or program you choose, so it is important to check the program-specific details.
Q: Does MedQuest College require general education classes before I start my Veterinary Technology program?
A: No. MedQuest College has structured each program so that students only take the courses needed for their new career. Accepted students will immediately begin practicing the skills relevant to their field.
Q: How do I begin the admissions process for the Veterinary Technology program at MedQuest College?
A: You can start by completing the online Request Information form. An admissions representative will contact you to go over the next steps, including locating your official transcripts from your high school or previous college.
Q: Can I set up a tour of MedQuest College?
A: Yes, the Admissions Team offers one-on-one tours from Monday through Friday.
