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Rhode Island Vet Tech School
By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: January 30th, 2010
Educational Requirements for Veterinary Technicians in Rhode Island
The state of Rhode Island requires that certified veterinary technicians complete at minimum, a high school education. An associate degree can be completed at any AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) approved institution. Distance learning is also an option for those interested in pursuing the educational requirements of a veterinary technician in Rhode Island. The typical time to complete an associate degree is between sixteen and twenty-four months. Students that go on to complete a four year bachelor degree program can opt for certification as a veterinary technologist.
In a Rhode Island veterinary technician associate program, general course requirements may include courses in:
- Economics
- English
- College Mathematics
- General Science
- Psychology/Sociology
Rhode Island vet tech schools specific requirements may include courses in:
- Veterinary Office Management
- Animal Anatomy & Physiology
- Infectious Animal Disease
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Technology
- Veterinary Clinical Pathology
- Surgical Nursing
- Hospital Supplies and Medicines
- Medical Nursing
In Rhode Island, veterinary technicians must renew their state license annually, and be able to submit proof of 12 continuing education hours each renewal. Continuing education courses must be obtained by an approved provider which can be found on the RIVTA website. Additionally, the AVMA is also a provider of approved continuing education classes.
Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Veterinary Techs in Providence, Warwick, Cranston and Pawtucket, Rhode Island can prepare themselves for careers at some of the best animal hospitals and facilities in the country.