Program Description
Interested in a rewarding career caring for animals? ACC offers multiple paths for veterinary careers that are always in demand. Students interested in a career in veterinary technology should have an aptitude for general science, math, and biology and demonstrate accurate and professional language and communication skills.
This program is designed to develop the knowledge, understanding, critical thinking skills, and technical abilities required of credentialed veterinary technicians working as integral members of veterinary health care teams.
We offer a concept-based curriculum that helps develop meaningful connections for students as they learn the art and science of veterinary medical technology. Critical thinking and clinical judgment are emphasized in class, lab, simulation and clinical experiences.
Students are admitted under the Associate in General Education Degree as a pre-vet student until they have met the admissions requirements for the VMT Program. Faculty members and Health Program Advisors mentor students as to the courses they should take before formal admission. All developmental requirements may need to be completed before admission or registration into some courses.
Program Overview
Students in the VMT program study a broad curriculum that includes nutrition, diseases, anatomy, radiology, parasitology, pharmacology, dental, surgical, and clinical procedures, anesthesiology, lab techniques, and office practices. Graduates are often leaders in the field of veterinary medicine and their expertise is utilized and valued in daily clinical operations.
Graduates are eligible to sit for National and State Board exams in order to become licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).
Employment Opportunities
General Practice, Specialty Medicine, Large Animal Medicine, Exotic Animal Medicine, Zoo Medicine, Shelter Medicine, Academia, AND MORE!
Admission
The Veterinary Medical Technology Program is a competitive entry program. This means that there is a separate application for the VMT Program after applying to ACC. Specific entry requirements can be obtained from the Admissions office.
Progression/Readmission
Students must complete all program courses (VET and WBL) with a grade of “C” or better to successfully complete this program.
Technical Standards
Students enrolling in the program must meet specific emotional, behavioral, physical, and cognitive standards. This information is found in the Admissions office.
Students qualifying for special accommodations to these standards must contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator at 336-506-4130 for more specific information.
Additional Program Costs
The Veterinary Medical Technology curriculum has additional costs associated with it. Students who enroll in this program are required to pay for such items as certification exams, achievement tests, uniforms, supplies, and the like. Many of these are required as part of the curriculum, but are not provided by the College. Students may be required to purchase accident insurance. All VMT students are required to be vaccinated for Rabies.
*Students must maintain a minimum grade of “C” or better in both VET and WBL courses.
Program Accreditation
The VMT Program has a site visit scheduled for January 2027 with the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) which is a subset of the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) that accredits VMT Programs. Only students who graduate from AVMA/CVTEA Accredited Programs are eligible to sit for the VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam).
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