Baker College veterinary technology grads hit 100 percent pass rate on national, state exams

JACKSON, Mich. – Baker College of Jackson officials report that 100 percent of the 2015 veterinary technology graduates have passed the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) and the Michigan licensing exam.

“These positive results testify to the hard work and perseverance of our students, and to the dedication of our faculty and staff in providing the skills and training necessary to succeed in the veterinary technology field,” said Steve Simpson, Ed.D., Baker College of Jackson president.

In 2015, Baker College of Jackson veterinary technology graduates achieved an average score of 573 on the VTNE, as compared to the average score of 485 for all first-attempt candidates.

In Michigan, a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited program must successfully pass the state and national board examinations to earn the designation of a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT).

In addition to private practice, potential career opportunities for licensed veterinary technicians include small and large animal hospitals, research, education, pharmaceuticals, zoos and the military.

The veterinary technology program at Baker College of Jackson is accredited by the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA).

For more information about Baker College’s veterinary technology program, contact Kevin Pnacek in the admissions office at kevin.pnacek@baker.edu or 517.788.7800, or visit www.baker.edu.

The largest private college in Michigan, Baker College is a not-for-profit higher education institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It serves more than 23,000 students on multiple campuses and online. Baker grants certificates and associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in more than 150 programs across diverse academic fields, including business, health sciences, engineering, information technology, education and human services. An impressive 97 percent of available graduates are employed. Every Baker graduate receives Lifetime Employment Assistance—free and forever. Baker is a pioneer in distance education and offers students the option of completing a degree 100 percent online, without ever visiting a campus. For information, visit www.baker.edu or follow Baker College on Twitter, @bakercollege, or on Facebook, www.facebook.com/bakercollege.

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