Dakota County Technical College Rosemount, Minnesota

The Veterinary Technician program at Dakota County Technical College offers a comprehensive and hands-on educational experience designed to prepare students for a successful career as a certified veterinary technician. This A.A.S. degree program immerses students in all aspects of veterinary medicine, from basic animal care and medical terminology to advanced procedures in surgical nursing, anesthesia, and diagnostic imaging. A unique feature of the program is the required Animal Care Duty, providing continuous practical experience in monitoring animal health, administering medications, and maintaining sanitary conditions. The curriculum covers a wide range of species, including small animals, large animals, and exotics, and emphasizes laboratory skills, including hematology, parasitology, and blood chemistry. Students gain valuable real-world experience through a required internship, where they apply their knowledge in a veterinary setting. Successful completion of the program prepares graduates for certification by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB), ensuring they are ready to excel in the veterinary field.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Dakota County Technical College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.