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Vet Tech School:
Associate in Specialized Veterinary Technology Degree
At the Vet Tech Institute, we love our students as much as we love our
animals. We are committed to helping our students succeed during school and
after graduation.
From assisting in surgery to monitoring a sick or injured animal, veterinary
technicians help care for animals of all shapes and sizes. Veterinary
technicians perform a variety of tasks under the supervision of a
veterinarian. These tasks include:
Collecting and analyzing test specimens
Taking X-Ray or Sonograms to detect abnormalities
Administrating anesthesia
Assisting with surgical procedures
Performing injection and running IV's
At The Vet Tech Institute you will be well trained in a variety of surgical
procedures. Including an externship during your last semester which will give
you even more real world experience. After finishing the 16 month associate
degree program, you'll be trained in handling and restraining animal patients,
office procedures, anesthesia, sterilization, radiology, pharmacology, and
other procedures.
Student Services
At the Vet Tech Institute, we love our students as much as we love our
animals. We are committed to helping our students succeed during school and
after graduation.
Career Services Department
Graduates benefit from our full-time placement department that helps them find
their first jobs and throughout their careers as veterinary technicians. Do
you want to work for an animal shelter? Or, maybe a small animal hospital is
where you see yourself. Our experienced placement department will help you
find the right match.
Financial Aid
Our financial aid advisors will help take the stress out of applying for
financial aid, which is available for those who qualify.
Housing at the Pittsburgh School
The Pittsburgh campus of the Vet Tech Institute, which is also a division of
Median School of Allied Health Careers, is known for providing a high-quality
education in a hands-on environment. There are a variety of housing
alternatives for our students. Your admissions representative will help you
explore the options.
Associate in Specialized Technology Degree, which can be completed in 16
months
An AVMA-approved program - after graduation, you'll be eligible to take the
national licensing exam and become a licensed veterinary technician
Job placement assistance after graduation
A place to learn where you won't spend the entire day sitting at a desk.
You'll get to work side-by-side with our on-staff veterinarians!
Vet Tech Institute
125 7th Street.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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