Vet tech schools and programs in Minnesota

Last checked October 25, 2026 against the AVMA directory. Information only; confirm details with each school.

Minnesota has 4 AVMA-accredited veterinary technology programs on the AVMA's list. You can also look at the 15 AVMA-accredited programs that offer distance study: coursework online plus supervised clinical hours. Check each program for where those hours can be done.

Credential rules: how to become a vet tech in Minnesota.

AVMA-accredited programs in Minnesota

SchoolCityCredentialFormatAVMA status
Minnesota North College (formerly Vermilion Community College)ElyAssociate of ScienceOn campusFull accreditation
Rochester Community and Technical College (Animal Health Technology Program)RochesterAssociate of Applied ScienceOn campusFull accreditation
Dakota County Technical CollegeRosemountAssociate of ScienceOn campusFull accreditation
Ridgewater College (Veterinary Technology Dept.)WillmarAssociate of Applied ScienceOn campusFull accreditation

What accreditation means

Every school on these pages is on the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) list of veterinary technology programs accredited by its Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA). Most states that credential vet techs require graduation from one of these programs before you can sit the VTNE; check your state guide for the exact rule. We list programs for information only: we are not paid by any school and do not collect inquiries.

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