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We have an excellent program lined up for you. Our objective is to prepare you to work in the veterinary field. Your time here will be challenging and rewarding. We believe in learning by doing here at NCTA. For our on-campus students, we have many hands-on opportunities to allow you to practice the essential skills you learn in the classroom. For our online students, we introduce you to these hands-on skills in lecture, and you take these back to your clinic, practice and film them for submission and approval.
The college follows a 16-week semester and in some cases, two 8-week sessions within the semester. For Veterinary Technology we utilize fall, spring, and summer sessions. If you work, commute, need more study time, or additional transfer classes then consider pursuing the degree over a three rather than two-year period of time. Visit with your advisor about appropriate course selection to meet your needs.
Educational Opportunities for our on-campus students from the Veterinary Technology Program include 5 different Associate of Applied Science Degree Options. These options are Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician, Animal Husbandry, Animal Health Management, and Equine Health. We also offer a certificate in Animal Health Care. If your interests are broad, you may be interested in adding a minor to your associate degree. The ones that fit for veterinary technology students are Business or Ag Production Systems (Livestock or Equine). Educational Opportunities for our online students include the Veterinary Assistant and Technician Options.
The Veterinary Technician Option provides the hands-on skills and academic background needed to accept career opportunities as an entry level veterinary technician. The program is American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited with the curriculum based around the AVMA essential tasks and skill list. Veterinary Technology – Technician Option graduates are qualified to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Licensing Exam and become a licensed Veterinary Technician.
The Veterinary Technologist bachelor’s Degree offered at the University of Nebraska requires the NCTA AAS – Veterinary Technician Degree.
The college catalog contains class descriptions and prerequisites. Please meet with your advisor often to stay on track.
Best Wishes,
Crystal Rhine, DVM – Program Director, Assistant Professor, Attending Veterinarian