Veterinary Technicians vs Veterinary Technologist
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
The Veterinary Technician field is not for those people who wish to make lots of money in their lifetime. The career is for those with a censer passion for animals.
Stats:
Average pay: $29,000 per year (2003)
Average hourly pay: $13.90
Government and Laboratory positions: $42,000 per year (upper salary range)
These are the colleges and programs that have been accredited by the AVMA:
http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/vettech_programs/allprograms.asp
Total Number of Programs: 160
Number of 4 yr Degree Program: 21
Number offering distance learning: 9
http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/vettech_programs/allprograms.asp
Total Number of Programs: 160
Number of 4 yr Degree Program: 21
Number offering distance learning: 9
Quick Links
These are some quick links about veterinary technicians and veterinary technician specialist:
http://www.avma.org/animal_health/brochures/careers/technology_brochure.asp
http://www.navta.net/
http://www.navta.net/index.php?pr=Specialties
Monday, June 21, 2010
WHY?
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Background Information:
Veterinary Technician
- According to the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) a Veterinary Technician is an individual with at least a 2 year associate degree.
Veterinary Technologist
- A Veterinary Technologist is an individual that possesses a Bachelors of Science degree from a 4 year AVMA accredited program.
Veterinary Technician
- According to the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) a Veterinary Technician is an individual with at least a 2 year associate degree.
Veterinary Technologist
- A Veterinary Technologist is an individual that possesses a Bachelors of Science degree from a 4 year AVMA accredited program.
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