Welcome to TCTC Veterinary Technology Program
The Veterinary Technology program is fully accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and
is a two-year Associate Degree program.
Upon completion of your associate degree in Veterinary Technology, you are expected to take the state
and national licensing boards to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician. LVT's are qualified for
employment with veterinary hospitals, major teaching facilities, zoos, wildlife preserves, animal research
and diagnostic labs, pharmaceutical companies, or any other animal related facility.
You will receive excellent instruction and extensive practical experience in the laboratory to develop
competencies in large and small animal nursing, diagnostic laboratory techniques, radiology,
anesthesiology, surgical technology, and hospital management. All students are required to participate in
the daily care of animals housed at this facility.
This two-year day program and three-year evening program begin in the Fall semester and includes an
externship in the Spring or Summer term.
Because the Veterinary Technology Program is an AVMA accredited program, we have been granted
student affiliation with NAVTA (National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America). Every student
enrolled in Veterinary Technology can be a member, will receive the NAVTA Newsletter, and will be
entitled to member discounts on their journal, insurance, etc. Tri-County’s NAVTA chapter was recognized
as National Student Chapter of the Year for 2006.
The purpose of the NAVTA Student Chapter is to enhance professionalism and improve self-image as well
as keeping students abreast of events and activities of their colleagues across the country. As part of the
student chapter, students conduct fund-raising events throughout the year. These funds are then used for
community service projects and campus activities.
As a student in the Veterinary Technology program, you are also encouraged to become a student
member of the South Carolina Association of Veterinary Technicians (SCAVT). This association is
dedicated to the advancement and promotion of veterinary technology through the unity of its profession,
by offering free continuing education for its members, quarterly newsletters, and more.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THE
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM
After completing the “8-Steps to Enrollment” students who are interested in Veterinary Technology
should:
1.
Meet with a Veterinary Technology Advisor. Call for an appointment by contacting the Health
Education Division Office (864-646-1400).
Note: Until all requirements for admission are completed, the student will be enrolled in the PreVeterinary Technology curriculum.
In addition to minimum placement scores, the following pre-requisites must be completed prior to
admission in to the Veterinary Technology Program. All courses must be completed with a grade
of "C" or better. Please refer to the College Catalog for course prerequisite requirements.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
ENG 100 or higher
RDG 100
MAT 102 or higher
BIO 101
Minimum GPA of 2.0
2.
Meet all the program requirements, and after attaining Dr. Champion’s signature, have turned in
his/her “Notice of Completion Form” to the Health Education Division Secretary in the Health
Education Division office, Fulp 300. The student will then be placed on the Veterinary Technology
Complete List. The program has space for up to 24 students in the day program and 15 students
in the evening program, depending on budgetary constraints. The cycle of classes begins each
fall. To find your place on the complete list, please contact the Health Education Division Office
(864-646-1400).
3.
Complete VET 103 and VET 105 prior to entering the fall semester.
4.
Provide proof of current immunizations: tetanus, rabies (optional) after acceptance.
As part of the Health Education Division, it is mandatory that all health education students go through a
criminal background check and drug screen.
The criminal background check can be completed on line through PreCheck. The cost is $49.50 (subject
to change), paid directly to PreCheck and must be completed prior to the first day of class in Veterinary
Technology portion of the program. Also, the urine drug screen will be conducted on campus after classes
begin with limited notice. The cost is attached as a fee to applicable courses.
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VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM - ESTIMATED EXPENSES
Books - Amount varies per semester - total cost for program is approximately $2,100.00
Uniforms – Men and Women
Program scrub sets (To be ordered through the Vet Tech Dept.):
Scrub top/V-neck w/ one or two pockets: average cost $18.00 to $20.00 each
Scrub pants: various styles: average cost $20.00 each
Lab Jacket w/ snap front & long sleeves: average cost $20.00 each
One (1) Set:
Surgical scrubs (Solid color): average cost $27.00 - $31.00 each
Coveralls: average cost $25.00 - $30.00
Rubber Boots (knee high; no laces)
Required Equipment
Watch
*Stethoscope
*Bandage Scissor
*Hemostat
Digital Thermometer
Black Sharpie
Small calculator
Average Cost
$20.00 & up
$25.00 & up
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$2.00
$5.00
* These items may be purchased through our uniform vendor
Misc. Expenses
Criminal Background Check
SCNAVTA Dues
Graduation Fee
Veterinary Technology Pin (cost varies depending on choice
of precious metal in the pin)
Class Photograph (5 x 7 or 8 x 10 – color)
South Carolina Licensing Exam
Veterinary Technician National Exam
ALL EXPENSES ARE ESTIMATES AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Reviewed 7/2013
$49.50
$5.00 - 7.00/yr
$40.00
$35.00 - $200.00
$10.00 - 15.00
$100.00
$300.00
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
DAY CURRICULUM
C
L
Credit Hrs.
SPRING & SUMMER SEMESTER
VET 103 Veterinary Medical Terminology
VET 105 Orientation to Veterinary Technology
2
1
0
0
2
1
TOTAL 3 hrs.
FALL SEMESTER – FIRST YEAR
VET 150 Clinical Techniques I
VET 101 Animal Breeds & Husbandry
VET 104 Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology
ENG 101 English Composition
MAT 120 Probability and Statistics
VET 116 Veterinary Radiology & Parasitology
2
2
2
3
3
1
3
3
3
0
0
6
3
3
3
3
3
3
TOTAL 18 hrs
SPRING SEMESTER
VET 160 Clinical Techniques II
VET 140 Veterinary Pharmacology
VET 142 Veterinary Anesthesiology
VET 152 Clinical Pathology
BIO 225 Microbiology
2
2
2
2
3
3
0
3
6
3
3
2
3
4
4
TOTAL 16 hrs.
SUMMER TERM
VET 170 Veterinary Technician Externship
Elective Credits
0
3
24
0
6
3
TOTAL 9 hrs.
FALL SEMESTER – SECOND YEAR
VET 250 Clinical Techniques III
VET 201 Diseases & Zoonoses
VET 270 Advanced Medical Care
PSY 201 General Psychology
SPC 205 Public Speaking
1
4
3
3
3
6
0
0
0
0
3
4
3
3
3
TOTAL 16 hrs.
SPRING SEMESTER
VET 215 Laboratory Animal Medicine
VET 260 Clinical Techniques IV
VET 240 Office Management & Client Education
HSS xxx Humanities Elective
VET 280 Senior Seminar
1
1
3
3
1
3
6
0
0
0
2
3
3
3
1
TOTAL 12 hrs.
TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS: 74 CREDITS
* MAT 110 may be substituted for MAT 120
* VET 103 & VET 105 must be taken spring or summer semesters prior to entry into fall class
* A Humanities course may be selected from the list provided in the current College Catalog
C = class hours per week
L = lab hours per week
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VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY
EVENING PROGRAM CURRICULUM
C
L
Credit Hrs.
PREREQUISITES
VET 103 Veterinary Medical Terminology
VET 105 Orientation to Veterinary Technology
2
1
0
0
2
1
TOTAL 3 hrs
FIRST SEMESTER (FALL)
VET 150 Clinical Techniques I
VET 104 Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology
ENG 101 English Composition
2
2
3
3
3
0
3
3
3
TOTAL 9 hrs
SECOND SEMESTER (SPRING)
VET 101 Animal Breeds & Husbandry
VET 116 Veterinary Radiology & Parasitology
MAT 120 Probability and Statistics
2
1
3
3
6
0
3
3
3
TOTAL 9 hrs
THIRD SEMESTER (SUMMER)
VET 160 Clinical Techniques II
VET 142 Veterinary Anesthesiology
BIO 225 Microbiology
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
TOTAL 10 hrs
FOURTH SEMESTER (FALL)
VET 152 Clinical Pathology
VET 140 Veterinary Pharmacology
SPC 205 Public Speaking
2
2
3
6
0
0
4
2
3
TOTAL 9 hrs
FIFTH SEMESTER (SPRING)
VET 170 Veterinary Technician Externship
Elective Credits
0
3
24
0
6
3
TOTAL 9 hrs
SIXTH SEMESTER (SUMMER)
VET 270 Advanced Medical Care
VET 201 Diseases & Zoonoses
PSY 201 General Psychology
3
4
3
0
0
0
3
4
3
TOTAL 10 hrs
SEVENTH SEMESTER (FALL
VET 250 Clinical Techniques III
VET 215 Laboratory Animal Medicine
VET 280 Senior Seminar
HSS xxx Humanities Elective
1
1
1
3
6
3
0
0
3
2
1
3
TOTAL 9 hrs
EIGHTH SEMESTER (SPRING)
VET 240 Office Management & Client Education
VET 260 Clinical Techniques IV
3
1
0
6
3
3
TOTAL 6 hrs
TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS: 74 CREDITS
* MAT 110 may be substituted for MAT 120
* VET 103 & VET 105 must be taken spring or summer semesters prior to entry into fall class.
* A Humanities course may be selected from the list provided in the current College Catalog
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ANIMAL CARE OVERVIEW
Morning - (Begin 7:00 am for Fall & Spring/9:00am for Summer)
Rounds with attending veterinarian @ 7:00 am (AM treatments & nursing care)
1.
2.
All treatments administered and charted
Small & Furry Room animals fed, cleaned, and turn out rotation
Mid-day – (12:00-1:00pm)
Check all animals; administer & chart treatments as needed
Afternoon (After 4:00 pm)
For PM treatments & nursing care.
1.
2.
All treatments administered and charted
Small & Furry Room animals fed, cleaned, and returned to cages
Other duties as assigned.
Students will be required to stay as long as necessary until all duties are cleared by the veterinarian.
These duties are performed by all students in groups on a rotational basis five (5) days a week during each
semester. Due the summer semester, this schedule is subject to change
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TRI-COUNTY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
HEALTH EDUCATION DIVISION
TECHNICAL STANDARDS
Required of all Health Education Division Students for Admission and Progression in a Health Sciences Program
Applicants and students should be able to perform these essential functions or with reasonable accommodations, such as the help of compensatory
techniques and/or assistive devices and be able to demonstrate ability to become proficient in these essential functions.
Essential Function
Technical Standard
Some Examples Of Necessary Activities (not all inclusive)
Critical Thinking
Critical thinking and problem solving ability
sufficient for appropriate clinical judgment.
Identify cause-effect relationships in clinical situations, use problem
solving methods to assess, plan, carry out, and evaluate nursing or
allied health care. Make appropriate judgment decisions in an
emergency or where a situation is not clearly governed by specific
guidelines.
Interpersonal Skills
Sufficient to interact with individuals,
families, and groups from a variety of social,
emotional, cultural, and intellectual
backgrounds.
Establish and maintain effective working relationship with
patients, peers, the public and clinical and college personnel.
Communication
Ability
Sufficient for interaction with others in
verbal and written form. Read, write and
speak with sufficient skill to communicate.
Computer literacy desirable.
Communicate, in fluent English, both verbally and in writing with
the patient, family, college, and hospital personnel, to transmit and
receive information. Hear verbal responses from the patient, and
hospital personnel while performing appropriate procedures.
Physical/
Psychological Ability
Remain continuously on task for several
hours while standing, sitting, walking, lifting,
bending and/or transporting patients/clients.
Very mobile and able to tolerate long periods of standing, sitting,
and heavy work load. Lift and/or move patients and equipment.
Withstand the stress and demands of an active position. Refrain
from nourishment or restroom breaks for periods up to 6 hours.
Skin
Condition
Skin must be in good condition. Lesions on
the face, hands, or forearms, will prevent
student from attending clinical (examples
include but are not limited to: psoriasis,
eczema, etc.)
Perform hand washing and/or surgical scrub and wear
appropriate gloves. (A written excuse from a physician is
mandatory for students who are latex sensitive.)
Adequate Height
Ability to reach and operate overhead
equipment.
Reach, manipulate, and operate all equipment.
Mobility
Physical abilities sufficient to move from
area to area and maneuver in small spaces;
full range of motion; manual and finger
dexterity; and hand-eye coordination.
May be exposed to kicking, biting or scratching injuries. May be
exposed to equipment-related hazards. Withstand long hours of
standing, walking, stooping, bending, and sitting.
Motor Skills
Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to
provide safe and effective care of clients
and operate equipment. Ability to reach
and operate overhead equipment.
Hearing Ability
Auditory ability sufficient to access nondirect essential information.
Must be able to hear and understand verbal instructions. Must
be able to hear soft whispers of clients, equipment alarms,
equipment malfunctioning sounds and emergency signals within
normal hearing range. Must be able to tolerate loud, sustained,
high pitched noises. If corrective hearing devices are required,
must be worn while on duty.
Visual Ability
Normal or corrected visual ability sufficient
for observing, assessment and/or
treatment of patient/client; ability to
discriminate between subtle changes in
density (black to gray) of a color in low
light/ability to discern color variations.
Read procedure manuals, standard operating procedures, patient
identification bracelets, and other pertinent materials for patient
care and professional practice. Vision must be able to be
corrected to no less than 20/40. If corrective lens devices are
required, must be worn while on duty.
Tactile Ability
Tactile ability sufficient for physical
assessment.
Perform palpation, functions of physical examination, functions
related to a care giver: perception relating to touch, textures,
temperatures, weight, pressure, and one's own body position,
presence or movements.
Revised 6/2012
Demonstrate manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination
in daily work.
Be able to lift independently up to 50 pounds. May be required
to lift greater weights on demand. Reach above head at least 18
inches.
YES
NO
Olfactory Ability
Olfactory senses (smell) sufficient for
maintaining environmental safety, and
patient/client's needs.
Must be able to distinguish odors. Must be able to distinguish
smells which are contributory to assessing and/or maintaining
the patient’s health status or environmental safety(fire).Has a
significant tolerance to foul smells which may be part of the
routine job.
Professional
Presentation
Ability to present professional appearance
and attitude; implement measures to
maintain own physical and mental health
and emotional stability.
Demonstrate emotional stability and psychological health in the
day-to-day interaction with clients, peers, and healthcare
personnel related to work environment. Work under stressful
conditions and irregular hours. Show concern for others.
Exceptions
NONE
Have you ever been dismissed from any clinical facility? Yes
□ No □
I understand that in addition to this form a criminal background check, a drug screen and health/immunization form are required
for clinical/lab placement.
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Student Name (Please Print)
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Program Enrolled
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Student Signature
Date
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Advisor Signature
Date
Revised 2/2011/rev.07/12
Revised 6/2012
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