Holyoke Community College Holyoke, Massachusetts

The Veterinary Technician program at Holyoke Community College is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent and compassionate veterinary professionals. This comprehensive program typically takes two years to complete and leads to an Associate of Science degree. Students learn essential skills in animal handling, surgical assisting, radiology, anesthesia, laboratory diagnostics, and client communication. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics including animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and disease processes. A significant portion of the program is dedicated to hands-on clinical experience, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world veterinary settings under the supervision of experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians. The program prepares graduates to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) and pursue careers in various settings, including private veterinary practices, specialty clinics, animal shelters, research facilities, and zoos. Graduates play a crucial role in providing high-quality medical care to animals and supporting veterinarians in their daily practice.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Holyoke Community 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.