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1000 Iowa Street
Beebe, AR 72012
501.882.3600
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1800 East Moore Avenue
Searcy, AR 72145
501.207.6200
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101 River Crest Drive
Heber Springs, AR 72543
501.362.1100
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Jacksonville, AR 72099
501.882.4581
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Veterinary Technology
AAS = Associate of Applied Science

Degree Plan
The ASU-Beebe veterinary technician program is dedicated to supporting the growth of certified veterinary technicians by providing a solid education based on knowledge, skills, professionalism and ethics.  

Vet Tech Program Application will Open March 1, 2025.

Students interested in applying for the Veterinary Technology Program MUST apply to ASU-Beebe as the first step in the application process. Once you are admitted to ASU-Beebe, then you can fill out the secondary application for the Veterinary Technology program!
The Vet Tech program application can be found in your admissions portal on the left side of the page. We recommend copying the questions into a Word document to type your responses and then pasting your answers back into the application itself afterwards. Our Veterinary Technology program is highly selective and students must complete the following steps for final consideration for entry into the program:

  • Must be fully admitted to ASU-Beebe.
  • Must meet the following minimum test score requirements: 
    •         - ACT Math score 17 and an ACT English score 19 OR Accuplacer Math QAS 250, Reading 253, Writing 260
  • Complete the Veterinary Technology program application no later than May 15th.
  • Complete 20 hours of observation/work with a veterinary clinic and submit the "Affidavit of Work Experience/Observation" form to vettech@asub.edu. (must be completed prior to your interview) 
  • Check your email for updates on when your scheduled candidate interview will take place.  
    • Campuses Offered At
    = Beebe
    Vet Tech Program Card

    Vet Tech Observation Form

    Program Outcomes

      1. Through appropriate application of professional communication, creative and analytical thinking, and commitment to society and self, graduates will meet Vet Tech employment needs to focus on evolving patient care.

      2. Individuals seeking to be veterinary technicians are guided by support and encouragement to demonstrate the necessary technical skills in the simulation lab/preceptor for success in veterinary technology.

      3. Students reach goal attainment through successful program completion and passage of the Veterinary Technician National Exam leading to the certified veterinary technician credential.

    Pass Rates for the Veterinary Technology National Exam (VTNE)

    Number of first-time candidates that have taken the VTNE | 43

    3-Year Pass Rate Percentage for the VTNE | 59%

    *reported from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2024

    Related Careers

    • Private practice: small, large or mixed animals  
    • Emergency or specialty practice 
    • Pharmaceutical sales  
    • Military/government  
    • Humane societies/shelters  
    • Lab animal medicine/research 

    Costs & Fees

    • Books $1726.00 
    • Scrubs (2 Pair) $100.00 
    • Stethoscope $75.00 
    • Watch with second hand $10.00 
    • Club dues $20.00 
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    Contacts

    L. Angel Jordan, DVM
    Program Director
    Advanced Instructor
    501-882-4572

    Tara Hart, CVT
    Advanced Instructor of Vet Tech
    501.882.4574

    Megan Cain, CVT
    Advanced Instructor of Vet Tech
    501.882.4573
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