Veterinary Technology A.A.S.

The Veterinary Technician program has been designed to develop personnel capable of assisting veterinarians in large animal practices, small animal practices, laboratory animal situations and related veterinary medical activities. The curriculum provides a sound foundation in basic veterinary technology and promotes habits of mind that inspire students to continue their education. Through courseware, skill acquisition and meaningful clinical experiences the graduate will be a productive employee at the entry level and will have the capabilities to perform satisfactorily in positions of increasing responsibility. Veterinary Technology is not designed as a preparatory program for those students who wish to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine.

Veterinary Technology is a regional academic program sponsored jointly by County College of Morris (CCM), Bergen Community College (BCC), and Sussex County Community College (SCCC). The three colleges are held together as a consortium by formal agreement. The Consortium is known as the Northern New Jersey Consortium for Veterinary Technician Education.

The program's curriculum has both a pre-professional and professional component. The pre-professional component includes necessary remediation, general education coursework, and some courses designed to introduce students to the field of veterinary technology. The professional component, which follows the pre-professional component, includes veterinary technology courses.

Note: This degree is not designed to transfer to a four year college or university.