Veterinary

59 Results for the Category

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How a Vet Assistant Can Become a Vet Tech

Moving from a veterinary assistant position to a vet tech job doesn’t have to be hard! For many, being a vet assistant is often ...

Des Sinkevich

Jun 22, 2026

7 min read

Woman in light blue scrubs holding tabby cat on blue background.

What Veterinary Clinics Actually Look for in Entry-Level Vet Tech Candidates (And How to Stand Out)

As a soon-to-be vet tech grad, you may be worried about getting a job. Here’s what you should know about what vet clinics ...

Des Sinkevich

Jun 12, 2026

10 min read

Vet tech in blue scrubs holding puppy.

How Online Vet Tech School Helped Madison Take Control of Her Future

Madison, a current online vet tech student, was working as a kennel technician and feeling stuck when she enrolled in school. In...

Des Sinkevich

May 14, 2026

9 min read

Worry Free Certification for PF Students.

Fear Free Certification for Penn Foster Vet Tech Students

Fear Free certification can be a helpful credential on any vet tech resume. In this blog, learn more about what Fear Free certif...

Des Sinkevich

May 14, 2026

5 min read

Penn Foster Vet Tech student, Kelsy, with her dog, in front of blue background.

Real Student Stories: How Kelsy Found Her Path as a Mom, Military Spouse, and Future RVT

Going back to school as a working mom isn’t easy but it’s possible to balance it all and realize your dreams. We tal...

Des Sinkevich

Mar 17, 2026

8 min read

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How to Become Certified as a Vet Tech (State by State)

If you’re interested in becoming a veterinary technician, you’ll most likely need to gain a credential. That means becoming cert...

Des Sinkevich

Mar 06, 2026

22 min read

Male vet tech holding tabby cat.

Becoming a Vet Tech: Why Vet Tech Certification and Title Protection Matter

Learn why vet tech certification and title protection matter, how state laws like Illinois’ HB3360 impact your career, and...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 27, 2025

8 min read

dog licking vet worker's face.

Rabies Pre-Exposure Vaccine: What Vet Tech Students Should Know

Are you interested in a career as a vet tech but are feeling apprehensive about the rabies vaccine? Get answers to your question...

Laura Amendola

Oct 17, 2025

9 min read

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How Penn Foster’s Vet Tech Program Helped Jo Dsouza Balance Work, School, and His Passion for Animals

Penn Foster Veterinary Technician graduate Jo Dsouza shares his experience with Penn Foster’s online vet tech program and how it...

Laura Amendola

Oct 16, 2025

5 min read

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Vet Tech vs Vet Nurse: Is There a Difference?

Learn about the link between vet techs and vet nurses and the name debate that rocks the veterinary world in this blog post.

Laura Amendola

Aug 20, 2025

4 min read

vet tech holding an adorable dog.

What Do Veterinary Technicians Do? (Certified Vet Techs & Vet Tech Instructors Weigh In)

In this blog post, we’ll cover the ins and outs of the profession, how to get started as a vet tech, and even the differen...

Laura Amendola

Nov 25, 2024

14 min read

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How to Advocate for Yourself as a Vet Tech

As a vet tech, it’s important to advocate for yourself to get the most out of your job – and to make the most impact...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 18, 2024

4 min read