About
The mission of the Assistant Animal Laboratory Technology (AALT) Program is to prepare students for entry-level employment as technicians in a choice of two animal care career paths: Companion animals in a veterinary hospital or diagnostic laboratory setting, or Lab animals in a biomedical research facility setting.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,296 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Diploma |
| Scholarship/TN Promise Eligible | Yes (see Financial Aid) |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $3,648.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $1,784.00 |
| Consumer Information | View Info |
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Campus Locations
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105
Job Duties
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine post-operative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.
Job Outlook
Bright Outlook: Yes
Currently employed in the area: Not Available
Current job openings per year: Not Available
Salary Range
Curriculum/Courses
Instructors
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