Veterinary Technology
Veterinary Technology is a rewarding profession that combines a passion for animals with medicine. Veterinary technicians play a vital role in supporting veterinarians and ensuring the well-being of animals in veterinary clinics, hospitals, research facilities, and other settings.
Students learn skills in:
- Surgical nursing and anesthesia
- Laboratory and imaging techniques
- Clinical pharmacology, physiology and anatomy
- Patient animal care and kennel management
- On-site Paws and Claws Preventive Care Clinic
* Tuition/fees and additional costs are approximate and based on 2025-26 school year.
- 75 credit degree
- In person on Willmar campus
- Start in fall
Program Delivery
Section titled “Program Delivery”- In person
- Willmar Campus
- M–F (8 am–4 pm)
- Fall start only
Program Cost*
Section titled “Program Cost*”Tuition/Fees
Section titled “Tuition/Fees”- AAS Degree – $18,374
Additional Costs
Section titled “Additional Costs”- Book costs vary
- Laptop required (no Chromebook)
- Laptop, supplies and scrubs: $2,773
Careers & Jobs
Section titled “Careers & Jobs”- Veterinary Technician
- Clinical practice
- Specialty field
- Research facilities
- Practice manager