Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus Roswell, New Mexico

The Veterinary Technician program at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist veterinarians in providing high-quality medical care to animals. The program is designed to offer a comprehensive education covering various aspects of veterinary medicine, including animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, and clinical laboratory techniques. Students can expect to learn how to administer medications, assist in surgery, perform dental cleanings, take radiographs, collect and analyze samples, and provide compassionate care to animals. The program will likely include classroom instruction, laboratory sessions, and hands-on clinical experiences in veterinary practices or animal care facilities. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE), which is required for credentialing as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in most states. Graduates can pursue careers as veterinary technicians in various settings, including private practices, animal shelters, research facilities, zoos, and emergency veterinary clinics. The program typically takes two years to complete, leading to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell 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.