Veterinary Technology


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Welcome to the Veterinary Technology Program

Veterinary technicians are trained in the care and handling of animals, the basic principles of normal and abnormal physiology, and in routine diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures. Veterinary technicians work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, performing a wide variety of tasks. Once credentialed, veterinary technicians can also specialize in a particular discipline. Specialties include dentistry, anesthesia, surgery, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, clinical pathology, nutrition, equine nursing and zoological medicine.

Austin Community College is working with area animal shelters to find forever homes for pets who have been socialized and cared for by students in the Veterinary Technology Program. Click here for more information

Program Outcomes

January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2025

Graduation data were obtained from official enrollment records as of April 2, 2026.

Veterinary Technology Program Outcomes
Result
First-time candidates taking the VTNE within 1 year of graduation 32%*
Three-year VTNE pass percentage 97%

Student Outcomes by Year
2023 2024 2025
Annual Job Placement 100% 100% 100%
Graduation Rate (3-year completion)** 13 of 22 (59%) 9 of 17 (53%) 9 of 21 (43%)

Notes:

*The use of two distinct data sources with non-aligned time frames has resulted in differences between the corresponding datasets.

**Students were classified as Veterinary Technology AAS entrants if they enrolled in first-semester veterinary technology courses and completed the program within three years of their initial enrollment.

AVMA CVTEA Seal of Acreditation
AVMA CVTEA Seal of Acreditation

The ACC Veterinary Technology Program received initial accreditation beginning Feb. 5, 2016 from the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Education and Activities
1931 N. Meacham Road, Suite 100
Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360, www.avma.org

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Veterinary Technology Updates

  • 2026 HIMSS Central Texas Chapter Scholarship — Now Accepting Applications!

    HIMSS Central Texas Chapter Scholarship cycle is underway. At least one scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded. The deadline to apply is April 24, 2026.

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  • Health Sciences Completion Ceremonies

    We are delighted to extend a warm invitation to you for our Austin Community College's Health Sciences Completion Ceremonies, where we will celebrate the achievements of our graduating students.

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  • General Health Sciences Information Sessions

    These sessions are presented by Health Sciences Faculty Advisors and provide an overview of the health training options available at the college, the steps needed to apply and the expectations for success.

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