Veterinary Technology

AAS = Associate of Applied Science

• Must be fully admitted to ASU-Beebe.
• Must meet the following minimum test score requirements: – ACT English score 19 OR Accuplacer Next Generation Reading 253 and Writing 260 ( A WritePlacer score of 5 can be used in place of Accuplacer Writing.)
• Complete the Veterinary Technology program application no later than May 15th.
• Complete 20 hours of observation/work with a veterinary clinic and submit the "Affidavit of Work Experience/Observation" form to vettech@asub.edu. (must be completed prior to your interview) .
• Check your email for updates on when your scheduled candidate interview will take place.

1. Through appropriate application of professional communication, creative and analytical thinking, and commitment to society and self, graduates will meet Vet Tech employment needs to focus on evolving patient care.
   
   
2. Individuals seeking to be veterinary technicians are guided by support and encouragement to demonstrate the necessary technical skills in the simulation lab/preceptor for success in veterinary technology.
   
   
3. Students reach goal attainment through successful program completion and passage of the Veterinary Technician National Exam leading to the certified veterinary technician credential.

Number of first-time candidates that have taken the VTNE | 35

3-Year Pass Rate Percentage for the VTNE | 54%

*reported from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2024

Class of 2025 National Boards Pass Rate on First Attempt: 87%

• Private practice: small, large or mixed animals  
• Emergency or specialty practice 
• Pharmaceutical sales  
• Military/government  
• Humane societies/shelters  
• Lab animal medicine/research 

• Books $1726.00 
• Scrubs (2 Pair) $100.00 
• Stethoscope $75.00 
• Watch with second hand $10.00 
• Club dues $20.00