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Step 1
Use your electives and science options wisely, taking as many biology classes as possible.
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Step 2
Tell your counselor what areas you would like to focus in and ask for advice on what colleges offer the best programs.
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Step 3
Try to volunteer or get a part-time job at a veterinary office.
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Step 1
Find a college with a good veterinary tech program (see Resources below).
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Step 2
Choose whether you want a 2-year or 4-year degree. Two years will get you in the game faster. Four years will give you greater earnings potential.
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Step 3
Work closely with your academic adviser to choose the courses you need, satisfying the prerequisites before you go into your core program. Otherwise, you may waste semesters taking more courses than you need.
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Step 4
Ask veterinarians which elective courses they feel are most valuable in an academic program. This is simply a way to make yourself more marketable and get your name out there.
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Step 5
Look for jobs before graduating. This is the prime time to secure that first assignment (see Resources below).
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Step 1
Make sure you have your resume professionally reviewed and begin sending it out.
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Step 2
If there are any refresher courses needed for your state, make sure you keep a schedule of when they need to be completed. Further, your veterinarian may require additional courses from time to time.
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Step 3
Make sure you keep track of the latest in your field by reading trade magazines and other articles pertaining to your work (see Resources below).
