Veterinary Technology, AAS (3105)

CIP: 018301

Program Description

The Veterinary Technology program is a cooperative program between BridgeValley Community and Technical College and Carver Career and Technical Education Center in Malden, West Virginia. The program is national credited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Completion of this program leads to an associate of applied science in Veterinary Technology from BridgeValley CTC.

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program who have successfully passed both the national and state exams earn their license and become Registered Veterinary Technicians within the state of WV.

• The veterinary technician will calculate medication dosages, fluid drip and flow rates, CRI’s in the prescribed form and administer them by the prescribed route to maximize therapeutic benefits and minimize the potential for adverse effects.
• The veterinary technician will safely and efficiently obtain subjective and objective patient data that will allow accurate evaluation of the patient’s physical status with minimum stress and maximum safety.
• The veterinary technician will recognize a patient’s dental health status and perform techniques, as prescribed by a veterinarian, appropriate to the species and its condition in order to promote and maintain dental health.
• The veterinary technician will work with the veterinarian to assess the patient’s risk status and determine appropriate anesthetic and pre-anesthetic protocols to provide effective pain management and maximum anesthetic safety and effectiveness.
• The veterinary technician will obtain the patient’s vital signs, note any specific physical abnormalities, ensure pre-surgical tests have been completed and report the patient assessment to the veterinarian.
• The veterinary technician will properly prepare, handle and submit appropriate samples for diagnostic analysis in order to ensure maximum accuracy of results.
• The veterinary technician will determine appropriate methodology and carry out analytical procedures necessary to provide accurate and precise diagnostic information.
• The veterinary technician will prepare radiographic equipment, measure and position animals using topographic landmarks and choose appropriate radiographic technique to minimize the need for repeat exposures.

Program Assessment

Program evaluation demonstrates that students and graduates have achieved the student learning outcomes, program outcomes, and role-specific competencies.  A variety of assessment methods are utilized which include the Veterinary Technology National Examination, Laboratory Skills Check-Off Sheets, Preceptorship Check-Off Sheet, and Case Studies.