For more information, visit the Dallas College Veterinary Technology Program (DEVTP) webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Veterinary Technology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a Veterinary Assisting Certificate.
Veterinary Assistants are an integral part of the veterinary health team. Individuals in this position assist both the veterinarian and the veterinary technician in performing veterinary procedures in clinical settings as well as in research areas and other veterinary-related fields. Students in this program can continue their studies in the Veterinary Technology program to attain the Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology. The curriculum is designed to provide the graduate with the information, experience, and skills needed to perform veterinary assistant duties in veterinary practice. Admission to the Veterinary Technology program and the Veterinary Assisting certificate program is limited. Applicants should be assessed and advised prior to enrolling in the program. Students are encouraged to have a good background in English, mathematics, and the biological sciences. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
Students must apply and be accepted into the Veterinary Technology program before enrolling in any courses offered by the Veterinary Technology department. See ACTION ITEMS for additional information about application dates.
Students may complete the Veterinary Assisting Certificate through the on campus or distance learning programs but should not attempt to complete the certificate with a mix of on campus and online courses. Please meet with your success coach to help you decide whether on campus or distance learning instruction will work best for you.
Courses that complete the Veterinary Assisting Certificate are noted below. A grade of "C" or better is required for all courses.
Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
Catalog Year 2024-2025 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level I Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI May be Exempt
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 20 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PREREQUISITES
Only students who have applied and been accepted into the Veterinary Technology program may enroll in courses offered through the Veterinary Technology Department. See ACTION ITEMS for more information and application due dates.
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course.
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
VTHT 2321 – Veterinary Parasitology
VTHT 1217 – Veterinary Office Management
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
- Meet with your success coach to discuss on campus and distance learning programs and choose preferred option.
- Distance Learning students apply for admission to begin in Fall, Spring or Summer- see web site for additional information.
Submit application/registration forms for DL program.
Total Hours: 11
SEMESTER 2
BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I This is a Core course.
VTHT 1301 – Introduction to Veterinary Technology
CHOOSE ONE:
- VTHT 2201 – Canine and Feline Clinical Management This is the capstone course for this award.
- VTHT 2205 – Equine Clinical Management This is the capstone course for this award. OR
- VTHT 2209 – Food Animal Clinical Management This is the capstone course for this award.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Veterinary Assisting Certificate.
- If interested, also discuss remaining program course requirements, admissions, and applications for the A.A.S. completion.
Total Hours: 9
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 20 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS