• Care for gerbils, guinea pigs, and rabbits while studying animal anatomy

• Assist with veterinary procedures and grooming for staff members’ dogs and cats

• Examine animals for behavior and symptoms that could indicate illness or injury

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Industry Credentials

Veterinary Technology students can earn the following certifications and credentials in high school:

• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider via American Heart Association
• OSHA Certification via CareerSafe®
• Pennsylvania Skills Certificate via NOCTI®

College Credits

A statewide articulation agreement known as SOAR allows students to earn college credit for their work in the Veterinary Technology program.

Career Pathways

with industry credentials:

• Animal trainer
• Veterinary assistant

with associate degree:

• Veterinary technician

with bachelor’s degree:

• Veterinary technologist
• Wildlife biologist