Most graduates find employment in small, mixed, or large animal practices, but opportunities are also available in research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, veterinary schools, veterinary technology programs, sales, armed forces, specialty veterinary practices, humane societies, zoos, and federal and state agencies. The present demand for graduating veterinary technicians far exceeds the supply. There are many jobs available for technicians in Illinois and across the country. In recent years, each graduate of Parkland's program has received an average of two to three job offers. Parkland College offers the only program in the state of Illinois, and it is fully accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Graduates are eligible to take the national board examination.
Parkland offers the student hands-on experience, and Parkland instructors will work closely with each student. Students at Parkland experience a friendly and concerned learning atmosphere through close association with program faculty and the select group of classmates. Persons interested in veterinary technology should enjoy working with people and animals. Working with or observing a veterinarian and talking with a graduate veterinary technician about the benefits of this career are also encouraged. Students desiring a program in preveterinary medicine should not apply for the veterinary technology program.