Veterinary Technology

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders in Veterinary Medicine

App State Online’s four-year, Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology degree is designed to benefit veterinary professionals, pets and the broader industry.

This innovative program will support a growing need for skilled veterinary specialists in rural communities, and advance industry standards by contributing to a more sustainable future for the veterinary profession.

About the Program

Put yourself on a path to leadership positions and expanded career options in the field of veterinary medicine with this four-year online program.

  • Core training in veterinary technology will be provided through 70 credit hours of coursework.
  • You will apply knowledge and skills learned in online courses within veterinary clinics and other animal health settings under the guidance and mentorship of experienced veterinary professionals.
  • Before beginning your hands-on clinical experience, you must also meet App State’s general education requirements.

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Request more information and receive email updates about Admissions events and deadlines.

You can also attend a Virtual Information Session with live Q&A to help you learn more about App State and the Admissions process.

Apply to App State

Take your first step to becoming a Mountaineer by visiting our Admissions website.

NOTE: When starting a new application, please select your appropriate student type and follow the steps on how to apply.

News

Jennifer Serling is the director of Appalachian State University's Veterinary Technology program in the Department of Rural Resilience and Innovation.

Vet Tech's Jennifer Serling named president of National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America

BOONE, N.C. — Jennifer Serling, director of Appalachian State University's Veterinary Technology program in the Department of Rural Resilience and I...

A corgi eats dog food from a green bowl with the App State Veterinary Technology logo in the upper left corner of the image.

Veterinary Technology program holds 2026 pet food drive January 22 through February 5

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University's Veterinary Technology program is collecting pet supply donations to help local pets during their fourth...

Ann Wortinger is a lecturer and content development coordinator for the Veterinary Technology program in the Department of Rural Resilience and Innovation at Appalachian State University.

Ann Wortinger discusses vet techs' role in diabetes education in Veterinary Practice News

One area in which veterinary technicians excel is client education. In the case of a pet recently diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (DM), this becomes ...

Vet Tech FAQ

Vet Tech FAQ

Further information about this new program in relation to frequently asked questions for prospective students, professional opportunities and more on what Veterinary Technology entails.