Veterinary Technology

   

Fall 2026 RVT Program Applications Are Now Open!

Apply anytime — applications are reviewed once annually for fall enrollment. Applicants must meet all requirements at the time of application submission.
For more details, please review the Information Packet or visit the Admissions FAQs page.

 

AGHE 83A students: Registration clearance for AGHE 90 courses requires Smartsheet submission → 90A-D Course Smartsheet

 

How to Get Started in the RVT Program

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📄 Step 1: Review Requirements

Start with the Information Packet and Admissions FAQs

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✅ Step 2: Complete Requirements

Finish all prerequisite coursework and required documentation (medical clearance and immunizations).

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📝 Step 3: Submit Your Application

Apply when ready — applications are reviewed once annually for fall enrollment.
Be prepared to provide documentation of completed coursework (DegreeWorks or transcripts) at the time of application.
Rabies vaccination documentation must be submitted through the Immunization page.

Applications that are incomplete, inaccurate, or missing required documentation will not be reviewed.

 

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Limited Admissions Beginning Fall 2026

Beginning Fall 2026, the RVT Program will transition to a limited admissions (cohort-based) model.

• Admission is required prior to enrolling in core RVT courses
• Selection is based on completion of requirements and program capacity

For full details, please refer to the Information Packet or the Admissions FAQs page.

Current/Legacy Students (Pre-Fall 2026 Entry)

Students who began RVT coursework prior to Fall 2026 will continue under the current enrollment structure and are not required to apply through the limited admissions process.

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Pathway to Completion

The RVT Program follows an eight-semester sequence (fall, winter, spring, summer).

After completing prerequisites, students enter a structured two-year sequence of major coursework and work experience.

🎓 Graduation → 📝 Pass the VTNE → ✅ Become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

📄 View Suggested Course Sequence (with and without General Education)

🤝Tip: Meet regularly with the Program Director to stay on track.

When You Graduate

 

RABIES VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

Rabies exposure is an occupational hazard in veterinary medicine. All RVT students must be fully vaccinated prior to contact with live animals, in accordance with AVMA CVTEA accreditation policies. For more information, please visit CDC Pre-exposure Prophylaxis. 

Failure to enroll in any Mt. SAC course for two consecutive major terms requires college re-enrollment. Students who are required to re-enroll in the College must apply to the RVT Program under the admission requirements in effect at the time of reapplication.

For new or prospective student questions, please email naomi.barnes@mtsac.edu.

Thank you for your continued support of our Program! 

 

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