Orange Technical College-West Campus Winter Garden, Florida

The Veterinary Technician program at Orange Technical College-West Campus equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become integral members of a veterinary healthcare team. This comprehensive program covers a wide range of topics, including animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, surgical assisting, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry. A key focus is placed on hands-on training in a simulated or real veterinary environment, allowing students to develop proficiency in essential skills such as animal handling, administering medications, assisting in surgery, and performing diagnostic tests. The curriculum also includes a clinical externship, providing invaluable real-world experience under the supervision of licensed veterinary professionals. Typically completed in approximately two years, this program prepares graduates to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE), a crucial step toward becoming a certified or licensed veterinary technician. Upon successful completion, graduates can pursue rewarding careers in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, animal shelters, and zoos, contributing to the health and well-being of animals.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Orange Technical College-West Campus 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.