Veterinary Technology
To inquire about this program:
Mary Hatfield | 423.869.6278 |
mary.hatfield@lmunet.edu
Veterinary technicians work with a veterinarian to provide professional healthcare. This requires
extensive knowledge and training in the care and handling of animals, their normal and abnormal
life processes, medical and surgical nursing, anesthesiology, diagnostic imaging, and clinical
laboratory procedures-precisely the kind of knowledge and training you'll receive at LMU.
LMU's veterinary technology program (LMUVTP) offers several degree options that allow you to
complete the pre-veterinary medicine requirements at LMU and be prepared to apply to AVMA-accredited
colleges of veterinary medicine.
Degrees Offered
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology (AAS)
Associate of Science in Veterinary Animal Science (AS)
Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology (BS)
Concentrations
Animal Science
Veterinary Practice
Special Features
LMUVTP's affiliation with the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine,
the Harrogate Hospital for Animals, and Harrogate Genetics International enables you
to gain cutting-edge knowledge and experience.
The AAS and BS degrees are accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
The BS degree offers concentration areas in veterinary animal science and veterinary practice
management. These concentrations are excellent choices for transfer students.
All of LMU's veterinary degrees emphasize hands-on experience with animals, preventative
medicine, and service to the community.
The AAS and BS degrees qualify students to take the national veterinary technician licensing
examination and to become a licensed veterinary technician (for those earning the AAS) or
veterinary technologist (for those earning the BS).
LMU's veterinary technology students are a diverse group, coming from places like the Virgin
Islands and from states as far away as California, North Dakota, and New York.
Course Information
Required veterinary courses for the AAS and AS degrees include:
- Introduction to Veterinary Technology
- Animal Nutrition
- Medical Terminology
- Diagnostic Laboratory Procedures
- Animal Breeds and Reproduction
- Large-Animal Clinical Procedures
- Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Parasitology
The AAS also requires the following veterinary courses:
- Clinical Treatment Techniques
- Medicine and Pharmacology
- Laboratory and Zoo Animals
- Surgical Prep and Anesthesia
- Veterinary Imaging
- Clinical Review
- Veterinary Technician Practicum
The BS in Veterinary Technology-Animal Science Concentration is completed after the
AS in Veterinary Animal Science Degree has been earned. This is an excellent track of
study for pre-veterinary medicine students. The last four semesters in this 2+2 degree
program includes upper level course material in:
- Cell Biology
- Biology and Chemistry Electives
- Biochemistry
The BS in Veterinary Technology-Veterinary Practice Concentration is designed for
the veterinary technologist who may have the goal of being a supervisor or veterinary practice
manager. Additional upper level course material includes:
- Cell Biology
- Economics
- Management and Marketing
Both BS Concentration options have advanced veterinary courses in:
- Companion and Large Animal Management
- Advanced Anesthesia
- Zoonotic Diseases
- Emergency Medicine
- Seminar
Internships
LMUVTP students participate in internships at private veterinary practices,
emergency clinics, and the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine.
Career Opportunities
Veterinary technicians are in high demand-there are at least four jobs for every veterinary
technology graduate. LMUVTP graduates are prepared to work in
- Small-animal clinics
- Large-animal clinics
- Exotic-animal practices
- Zoos
- Veterinary education
- Veterinary practice management
- Research facilities
- Public health
Graduate & Professional Schools
Acceptance to veterinary schools is competitive, but LMU has an excellent placement rate.
LMUVTP graduates are regularly accepted to colleges of veterinary medicine throughout the region, including:
- University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine
- University of Tennessee Graduate Schools
- Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
- Tuskegee College of Veterinary Medicine
In addition to continuing their study of veterinary medicine, LMUVTP students have
also been successful in other graduate-level programs.
Alumni Success
Many LMUVTP graduates have gone on to become veterinarians and are employed by universities.
Others own their own veterinary practices and veterinary equipment companies. LMU alumni also
serve the veterinary community by holding leadership positions in local and national veterinary
organizations, and by serving as advocates for animal welfare.
Clubs & Organizations
Many majors are actively involved in both the National Association of Veterinary Technicians
of America (NAVTA) and the Tennessee Veterinary Technician Association (TVTA).
LMU also sponsors a Veterinary Technology Club, which works with local animal shelters and the surrounding community.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
A range of scholarships are available to veterinary technology majors, such as:
- NAVTA Scholarships
- TVTA Scholarships
- Knoxville Veterinary Medical Association Scholarships
- LMU Veterinary Technology Program Scholarships
Departmental Awards
Each year, the department presents a major with its Outstanding Veterinary Technology Student Award.
It also awards an eligible student with a Veterinary Technology Program Student Work Scholarship.
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Admissions inquiries
Office of Admissions 423.869.6280
Email: admissions@lmunet.edu
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