Get an academic foundation essential to becoming a member of a veterinary health care team. Laboratory and clinical experiences expand on classroom knowledge to equip you with the necessary skills of an entry-level veterinary technician. Graduates pursue careers in private veterinary practices, biomedical research, academia, and other health-related fields.

On-Campus Veterinary Assisting and Veterinary Technology program

This educational pathway is best suited for students who can attend classes full-time on the Windward Community College campus in Kāne‘ohe.

Hybrid Veterinary Assisting and Veterinary Technology program

Best suited for students who reside on a neighbor island or O‘ahu, and are working at least 20 hours per week in a veterinary facility.

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Admission Requirements

The Certificate of Achievement in Veterinary Assisting and Associate in Science in Veterinary Technology are stackable credentials.

Certificate of Achievement in Veterinary Assisting (VETA)

• Be 18 years or older by the first day of instruction
• Attend an information session
• Submit an application to Windward Community College and complete health clearance requirements through Admissions & Records office
• Place into ENG 100 and MATH 101 
• Show proof of health insurance

Associate in Science in Veterinary Technology (VETT)

Students must go through a competitive application process to be accepted into the second year. Acceptance is based on:

• Completion of VETA certificate
• GPA above 2.0 & “C” or better in all VETA courses
• Clinical aptitude & attendance
• Letters of recommendation (2)
• Documentation of work in the veterinary field

WCC graduates: Veterinary Technician National Examination pass rate

WCC VTNE three-year pass percentage: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2024

Number of first-time candidates that have taken the VTNE	Three-year VTNE pass percentage
79	77.27%

If you are interested in supporting the vet tech program, please consider a donation to our UH Foundation Account.