Veterinary Technology Alternate Route

Earn your Certificate in Veterinary Technology Alternate Route Online in as little as 6-months!

WHY PLATT COLLEGE
The Veterinary Technology Alternate Route Distance Education program at Platt College is designed for Veterinary Assistants who are pursuing their RVT credential via the Alternate Route specified by the California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB)
  • For those who qualify CA VMB eligibility requirements
  • Curriculum meets all CA VMB Alternate Route continuing education requirements
  • Several payment options
  • Convenient online classes
  • Full-time career services 
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Overview & Accreditation

Our curriculum meets all CA VMB Alternate Route continuing education requirements. Additional requirements apply, contact the CA VMB for details.

Upon successful completion of the program of instruction, the graduate will be awarded a Veterinary Technician DE Certificate provided all financial obligations to the school have been met.  Courses in the Certificate in Veterinary Technician Alternate Route DE program are pass / fail courses.  To pass a course, a student must receive 70% or better.

GRADUATION FROM THE PROGRAM DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY INTO ANY CAREER. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS MAY APPLY DEPENDING ON AN INDIVIDUAL’S PREVIOUS EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE.

Platt College Los Angeles LLC is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).  For more information, click HERE

Schedule

You can earn your Certificate in Veterinary Technology Alternate Route Online in as little as 6 months!

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Financial Aid

The Veterinary Technology Alternate Route program at Platt College is not Title IV eligible

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Career Services

Platt College maintains an active career services department to assist graduates as well as current students seeking part-time or full-time jobs while attending school. However, the school cannot guarantee employment.

Students are given the opportunity to pursue job referrals maintained by Career Services.

Our Career Services personnel explain and assist with our student’s job search process. Placement efforts occur through graduation and beyond.

Career Services aims to build the job acquiring skills of our students through interviews and workshops in the following areas:

  • Career planning
  • Resume and cover letter writing
  • Completing applications
  • Researching and contacting potential employers

Additional Program Information

The Veterinary Technology Alternate Route program also requires at least 4416 hours of practical experience under a California-licensed veterinarian. 

Please note that the CA VMB eligibility requirements are subject to change at any time and without notice. Platt College does not control the requirements of the CA VMB. Applicants are responsible for verifying their eligibility for the RVT examination.

The Veterinary Technology Alternate Route program at Platt College is not Title IV eligible.

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