Veterinary Sciences | Trocaire College | Buffalo, NY Skip to content Complete your application for Fall 2026! Priority deadline is May 1, 2026 Apply Today! Academics Allied Health and Professions Division Diagnostic Medical Sonography Echocardiography Healthcare Management Program Massage Therapy Management Program Medical Assistant Radiologic Technology Surgical Technology Technology Professions Cybersecurity Data Analytics Healthcare Informatics Healthcare Informatics Student Spotlight The Catherine McAuley School of Nursing Nursing Nursing Entrance Exam for PN and RN Programs BS, Nursing at Trocaire: Commonly Asked Questions Online RN to BS in Nursing Program Why a BS in Nursing at Trocaire Veterinary Sciences Veterinary Technology Division of Arts and Sciences Biology General Studies General Studies – ASAC Track Trocaire Honors Program Workforce Development ChatGPT 101 CPR/BLS for Health Care Providers Critical Leadership Skills Development Customer Service Programs EKG Technician Financial Health and Education Healthcare Customer Service Healthcare Programs at Gerard Place IT Training IT Career Jump Start Plus Program IT Career Reboot Program IT Career Exploration Course Pharmacy Technician Program Phlebotomy Sterile Processing & Distribution Program Veterinary Assistant Program Academic Support Palisano Learning Center Tech Support Academic Resources Academic Catalogs Transcript Request Registrar Credit for Prior Learning Veterinary Sciences Make your passion your career. If you love animals, are highly motivated, compassionate and devoted to animal care, then a career as a Veterinary Technician may be for you. Trocaire College is ready to give you the knowledge, skills and abilities you need to make it happen. Our dedicated faculty includes Doctors of Veterinary Medicine and Licensed Veterinary Technicians who have many years of experience in the veterinary profession. You’ll learn directly from these credentialed individuals, as well as have their support and guidance every step of the way as you work toward your degree. Our curriculum is designed with input from employers, industry experts and scholars. You’ll graduate fully prepared to work in a variety of animal facilities, including private veterinary clinics, research laboratories, specialty hospitals, rehabilitation centers, zoos, large animal clinics, and more. Students can take advantage of our brand-new state-of-the-art teaching facility, which offers an optimal learning environment. Our new teaching facility is equipped with the latest technology and equipment, including advanced monitoring tools in our surgical suite, digital imaging, and an up-to-date dental laboratory. Trocaire’s Veterinary Technology program provides you with the ultimate flexibility to fit your preferred mode of learning.  Enroll in either our in-person or online pathway, while taking some courses in the opposite pathway if you desire. To learn more about the different pathways offered, visit the links below. Get ready to embark on an exciting journey toward a successful career as a veterinary technician. Veterinary Technology Specific Scholarship Opportunities Trocaire College is partnering with the Western New York Veterinary Medical Association (WNYVMA) to offer scholarship awards ranging from $1,000 to $1,500 per student. This opportunity is available for second-year Veterinary Technology students. Veterinary Sciences Department WNYVMA Scholarship Application Application opens: September 1 Completed applications due: October 31 Selection made by: November 15 Available State, National, and Regional Veterinary Technology Scholarships: Western NY Veterinary Medical Association Veterinary Technology Student Scholarship: $1500 Email/Website: WNYVMA@gmail.com New York State Association of Veterinary Technicians (NYSAVT) Student Scholarship: $200 Website: Buffalo Academy of Veterinary Medicine Scholarships: $1000 Website: Long Island Veterinary Medical Association (LIVMA) Scholarship: $1,750 Website: NAVTA–Boehringer Ingelheim Scholarship Program: $2,500 Website: The Zoetis Foundation/AVMF Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship Program: $2,000 Website: VetTechColleges.com Scholarship Guide: Awards vary: $500–$5,000 for various vet-tech awards Website: Important Note: Scholarship deadlines vary. It’s crucial to visit the official website for each scholarship you are interested in to confirm the most current information and ensure you submit your application on time. Academic Programs Veterinary Technology (In-Person Associate) Veterinary Technology (Online Associate) Veterinary Assistant Program