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Oro Valley Arizona cat in portable kennel in veterinary clinicBy now you probably have determined which veterinarian credential that you would like to earn, and if you intend to study online or attend a school on campus. Since there are an abundance of veterinarian community colleges, vocational and trade schools in the Oro Valley AZ area and across the Country, you need to ask some important questions in order to fine tune your list of options. As we discussed in our introduction, many potential students start by focusing on location and tuition expense. But we have previously touched on other significant qualifiers, such as internship programs and accreditation. And of course you want to choose a college that offers the degree and specialty that you want to earn. These and other qualifications are covered in the list of questions that you need to ask the vet tech programs that you are looking at.

Is the Vet Program Accredited?  It's important that you confirm that the vet tech program you select is accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency. As previously stated, one of the most highly regarded is the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Vocational schools and colleges that are accredited by the AVMA have gone through an extensive review process that verifies you will receive a quality education. Also, accreditation is necessary if you are requesting a student loan or financial assistance, since numerous programs are not obtainable for non-accredited colleges. And finally, having a degree or certificate from an accredited college is frequently a precondition for employment for a number of Oro Valley AZ area vet clinics and hospitals.

What is the School's Reputation?  The veterinarian trade school or college and program you select should have an outstanding reputation within the veterinarian community. You can initiate your due diligence by asking the colleges you are looking at for testimonials from the employers in their job placement network. Other pointers include checking with internet school ranking websites and contacting the school's accrediting organizations as well. You can ask the Arizona school licensing department if there have been any complaints or infractions concerning your specific schools. As a final recommendation, contact some Oro Valley AZ vet clinics that you might want to work for after you receive your training. Ask what they think about your school choices. They may even recommend one or more colleges not on your list.

Are Internships Offered?  The best way to get practical hands on training as a vet tech is to work in a clinical environment. Find out if the schools you are looking at have internship programs arranged with Oro Valley AZ veterinarians, vet clinics or hospitals. Most veterinary medicine programs require practical training and a large number provide it by way of internships. Not only will the experience be beneficial regarding the practical training, but an internship can also help build connections in the local vet community and help in the search for a position after graduation.

Is Job Placement Offered?  Getting a job after graduating from a veterinary technician school may be difficult without the help of a job placement program. To start with, find out what the graduation rates are for the programs you are evaluating. A lower rate may mean that the instructors were unqualified to teach the course of study or that some students were dissatisfied with the program and quit. Next, check that the colleges have a job placement program and find out what their placement rates are. A high placement rate might mean that the college has an excellent reputation within the Oro Valley AZ veterinary community and has a significant network of contacts for student placements. A lower rate might signify that the training is not highly regarded by employers or that the job assistance program is ineffective at placing students.

How Large are the Classes?  If the classes are larger in size, you probably will receive little or no individualized instruction from the teachers. Find out from the Oro Valley AZ programs you are considering what their class teacher to student ratios are. You may also want to participate in a few classes (if practical) to observe the interaction between instructors and students. Ask for feedback from students relating to the quality of instruction. Also, talk with the instructors and find out what their qualifications are as well as their approaches to teaching.

Where is the School Located?  Yes, we previously covered location, but there are a few more points to consider on the topic. If you are going to commute to your veterinary technician classes from your Oro Valley AZ home, you must make sure that the commuting time fits into your schedule. For example, driving during the weekend to check out the route won't be the same as the commute during rush hour traffic, particularly if the campus is located in or close by a larger city. Also, if you do choose to attend a college in another state or even outside of your County of residence, there may be higher tuition charges particularly for state and community colleges. Of course taking classes online could be an option that will give you more flexibility and reduce the need for travel.

Do the Classes Fit Your Schedule?  And last, it's imperative that you determine if the vet colleges you are looking at offer class times flexible enough to accommodate your schedule. For instance, many students continue working full time and can only attend classes on the weekends or at night near Oro Valley AZ. Some might only be able to go to classes in the morning or in the afternoon. Confirm that the class times you require are available before enrolling. In addition, find out if you can make-up classes that you may miss as a result of sickness, work or family responsibilities. You may find that an online school is the best way to fit your vet education into your hectic life.

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