Pima Medical Institute-Renton Renton, Washington

The Veterinary Technician program at Pima Medical Institute-Renton is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as vital members of a veterinary healthcare team. This comprehensive program typically combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training in a simulated veterinary clinic. Students learn animal anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, surgical assisting, radiography, and clinical laboratory procedures. A key focus is placed on developing proficiency in animal handling, administering medications, and assisting veterinarians during examinations and surgeries. Externship experiences offer invaluable opportunities to apply learned skills in real-world veterinary settings. Graduates are prepared to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) and, upon passing, become certified veterinary technicians. Career paths for veterinary technicians are diverse, ranging from private practices and specialty clinics to emergency animal hospitals, research facilities, and even zoos. The program equips graduates with the skills necessary to thrive in a demanding but rewarding profession dedicated to animal health and well-being.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Pima Medical Institute-Renton 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.