Purdue University, founded in 1869, offers a bachelor of science degree and associate of science degree with its Veterinary Technology Distance Learning Program. Available through its School of Veterinary Medicine, coursework includes radiology, anesthesia, nursing care, and client education. The program is suited for students who have self-discipline, prefer to take classes part-time, and are enthusiastic about learning in an online environment. A student working part-time takes about four to five years to complete the program.
Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine
625 Harrison St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907
765-494-7607
vet.purdue.edu
St. Petersburg College, founded in 1927, offers an associate of science degree through its veterinary technology distance education program. Coursework includes animal anatomy, office procedures, clinical practice, and avian and exotic pet medicine. Students must complete at least 18 of 22 credits of general education before entering veterinary technology program courses. In addition, students must have worked or volunteered for at least 40 hours in a veterinary hospital before applying for admission. While taking classes, students must work in a veterinary hospital at least 20 hours per week.
St. Petersburg College
Health Education Center
7200 66th St. North
Pinellas Park, FL
727-341-3687
spcollege.edu
San Juan College, founded in 1956, offers an associate of applied science degree through its VetTech Distance Learning Program. Coursework includes veterinary nursing care, small animal diseases and medical care, and pharmacology and medical therapeutics. Each course in the four program levels takes 12 weeks to complete. Students typically can complete one to four courses each semester, spending about four to six hours per course per week studying, writing, taking exams, and doing clinical work. Students must have a preceptor, either a veterinarian or a credentialed technician, to guide them in their studies. Preceptors also verify their written assignments and administer and monitor examinations in the distance learning program.
San Juan College
4601 College Blvd.
Farmington, NM 87402
505-326-3311
sjc.cc.nm.us