Tenacious Tales! OCTC Celebrates 10 Years of Veterinary Technology Triumphs
At OCTC Downtown Campus, Open House at 3:00 p.m. and Guest Speaker at 5:30 p.m.
Owensboro, KY (10/12/2023) — Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) celebrates 10-year anniversary for Veterinary Technology program with Open House event on October 20, 2023 at the OCTC Downtown Campus, 1501 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY 42301. The Open House will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the Veterinary Technology Teaching Hospital at the downtown campus in Room 23. Guest Speaker, Dr. Tony Johnson, DVM, DACVECC of Veterinary Information Network (VIN) will provide a presentation at 5:30 p.m. at the downtown campus in Room 8 (seating limited).
The only 2-year fully accredited veterinary technology program in Kentucky, OCTC's program has garnered immense recognition, attracting students from all corners of Kentucky, southern Indiana, and even Illinois.
In 2022, the program achieved a remarkable milestone, boasting a 100% first-time pass rate on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE), underlining the exceptional quality of education and dedication of its students and faculty. Equally impressive is the program's 100% job placement rate, reaffirming its commitment to preparing students for successful careers in the veterinary field.
The program, now in its 10th cohort starting in Fall 2023, has seen graduates secure positions in diverse settings, including general practices, specialty clinics, the University of Florida, animal shelters, and rescues. Their success showcases the comprehensive education and specialization options provided by the program, encompassing over 10 different domains such as dentistry, anesthesia, equine care, and more.
OCTC Veterinary Technology Program Coordinator, Dr. Laura Boarman commented on the vital role that this program plays in the community: "I've seen firsthand the difference a qualified, well-trained technician can make in the life of a practice and its patients. I am extremely proud to be a part of OCTC and humbled to be a part of a program making a difference in the lives of our community."
OCTC's Veterinary Technology Program has consistently graduated up to 24 students annually, a testament to the carefully selected admissions process and the high standards upheld by the program. Prospective students are encouraged to apply by the May 1, 2024 deadline to become part of this exceptional educational experience-with a start date in August of next year.
To celebrate the success and impact of the program, OCTC is inviting attendees from various backgrounds, including area high schools, tri-state clinics, alumni, prospective students, and supporters in our community to join us Oct. 20, 2023 for an Open House and Guest Speaker.
Follow this link to register to attend the OCTC Tenacious Tales event: https://alumni.kctcs.edu/e/vet/
Interested in sponsoring the OCTC Tenacious Tales event? Follow this link: https://alumni.kctcs.edu/g/veterinary-technology-event-sponsorship
To learn more about OCTC's Veterinary Technology Program, please visit https://owensboro.kctcs.edu/education-training/program-finder/veterinary-technology.aspx
Questions can be directed to OCTC Veterinary Technology Program Coordinator, Dr. Laura Boarman at laura.boarman@kctcs.edu or OCTC Marketing Coordinator for Recruitment, Katie Powers at katie.powers@kctcs.edu.
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Owensboro Community & Technical College is one of the sixteen community and technical colleges that make up the Kentucky Community & Technical College System. OCTC serves the KY counties of Daviess, Hancock, Ohio and McLean. OCTC has three campuses in Daviess County and a Center and Annex in Hancock County. OCTC strives to serve the communities in the service area by providing associate degree education for transfer, state of the art technical education for students focusing on entering the workforce, customized business and industry solutions through the Workforce Solutions division, and adult education and business and industry testing through the SkillTrain unit.
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The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is the Commonwealth's largest postsecondary institution with 16 colleges and more than 70 campuses. We also are Kentucky's largest provider of workforce training and online education. Through partnerships with business and industry, we align our programs to meet the needs of local employers. We help students fulfill their dreams of creating a better life through programs that lead directly to jobs or help them transfer to one of our four-year partners.
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Instructors, Jacqueline Jackson (front, far left), Tara Groves (front, second from right), and OCTC Vet Tech Program Coordinator, Dr. Laura Boarman (front, far right) pictured with OCTC's 10th Veterinary Technology Cohort, Fall 2023
Two students pictured with OCTC resident horse, Beau
