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Veterinary Technician (Licensed)

Licensed veterinary technicians are the nurses of the animal world — they perform lab tests, administer anesthesia, take X-rays, and assist in surgeries for animals of all kinds. Florida requires licensure through an AVMA-accredited program and national exam. With pet ownership at record highs and specialty veterinary medicine expanding, vet tech jobs are plentiful and diverse in Florida.

FL Median Salary
$40,380
Entry Salary
$32,450
Experienced
$56,120
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: FL Veterinary Medical Technician Certification; AVMA-accredited program + VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam)
  • Florida license required: Yes (Florida Board of Veterinary Medicine (FL DBPR))

Career Path

  1. Vet Assistant
  2. Vet Technician (licensed)
  3. Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS)
  4. Vet Practice Manager

Top Florida Employers

Banfield Pet HospitalBluePearl Veterinary PartnersVCA Animal HospitalsUniversity of Florida College of Vet MedicinePrivate/specialty vet practices

Related Programs

  • Veterinary Technology AS
  • Animal Science Certificate
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Salary data sourced from Bureau of Labor Statistics Florida Occupational Employment Statistics. School data from Florida Department of Education CIE database.

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