This is a school assignment i have to do......well part of it
veterinary technician
2006-09-28 15:01:55 · 9 answers · asked by Bonyta P 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
In California anybody (with the proper training) can be a vet tech or a vet assistant.
But to be called a registered vet tech you have to do a 2 year program which includes chemistry, general biology, small and large animal nursing, dentistry, radiology, anesthesiology, and a few other classes. Once you earn at least a "C" or better in all your classes, you then graduate and get an Associates of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. Then to get your license you need to take a state board exam. If you pass that you get your license and get to be called an RVT or registered vet tech and then you get a fatty pay raise.
I would say on the average a non licensed vet tech depending on your experience gets paid $9.00/hour to $12.00/hour and an RVT gets paid $15.00/hour to $20.00/hour. But just remember, each state has their own regulations, if you need additional info the AVMA (American Vet Med Association) has some info. Their website is www.avma.com I hope this helps and good luck with your report!
2006-09-28 17:29:04 · answer #1 · answered by apha_barrelracer 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I took clases as well as studied under my Vet at the Shelter I worked at..I had to pass my tests Which was a bit easy for me because I was already doing alot of the stuff we learned...Drawing Blood,Shots,assisting in surgery.It varies from State to state because I met a lady from California who was helping after Katrina..She was a Tech and didnt have to be certified in that state.I just am certified as a Vet Tech and have another Certification in euthinasia,Thata all My job requires.
2006-09-28 22:12:44 · answer #2 · answered by roxie_29812 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need a degree, but you can go through ROP or an on line course to get certified as a vet asst. I personally did both. A Vet Tech licensed, needs 4 years of schooling and you have take a state board test to get your license.
2006-09-28 22:09:06 · answer #3 · answered by mary a 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It varies by state as what certification is required. Check the state you live in to be sure.
2006-09-28 22:07:52 · answer #4 · answered by trusport 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can actually go to an online site to find this out. Google your question. No degree, your certification.
2006-09-28 22:10:53 · answer #5 · answered by Chick with pets 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think apha has a good lead on what it takes to be vet tech
2006-09-29 17:50:12 · answer #6 · answered by soldierof the 82ndAirborne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not know
2006-10-02 21:22:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think you have to have your assocaites..but not quite sure...
2006-09-28 22:05:42 · answer #8 · answered by purpleskunk77 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=american+veterinary+association&spell=1
http://www.talktothevet.com/VETERINARIANS/veterinarians.HTM
2006-09-28 22:07:39 · answer #9 · answered by Who am I? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋