Welcome to the Animal Health Technology (AHT) Program.

**Important Information Session Update***

On Friday, October 16 at 5 PM we will have our first information session via Zoom.  You will need to register for the meeting.  Please use the link below to register.  Thank you for your interest in our program. 

• When: Oct 16, 2020 05:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
• Register in advance for this meeting:
• https://cccconfer.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpcOmsrjIuGtdxD4g1Kwn27sK0IrTuzq0a
• After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Animal Health Technology, the study of procedures for the medical care of animals, is a unique and challenging field. The Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) is an integral member of the veterinary health care team, enjoying a wide range of job responsibilities.

Graduates of the Animal Health Technology Program are eligible to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). Successful completion of the exam is required before a candidate becomes a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California.
VTNE Pass Rates

Accreditation

The Animal Health Technology Program is approved by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine, a division of the California Department of Consumer Affairs. San Diego Mesa College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is approved by the California State Department of Education. Currently, we do not have American Veterinary Medical Association accreditation.

Application

The application will now be online.  New Applications will be available December 2020.

View Application Instructions

 

Animal Health Technology Building P(300): Directions

Links

1. American Veterinary Medical Association
2. California Veterinary Medical Board; Registered Veterinary Technician Information
3. North American Veterinary Technician Association
4. California Registered Veterinary Technicians Association