The B.S. in Veterinary Technology at Long Island University provides you with a comprehensive foundation in science and the liberal arts, coupled with specialised coursework essential for a career in veterinary technology. This undergraduate degree is designed for aspiring professionals eager to develop clinical competence, conceptual understanding, and critical thinking skills through the synthesis of didactic learning and hands-on experience. You will gain the core knowledge and tools for lifelong learning, preparing you to become a clinically competent professional capable of providing quality animal care.
This full-time, on-campus program, studied over four years, immerses you in both large and small animal clinical skills, with a strong emphasis on the latter. You will acquire over 500 hours of practical, hands-on experience through externship placements at leading veterinary facilities, covering shelter, small clinic, and large hospital environments. You will develop essential literacies, including written and oral communication, and graduate with the confidence and expertise to excel in roles such as a licensed veterinary technician, prepared for the national licensing examination and the demands of the profession.