Veterinary Technology at Carrington College-San Leandro Campus

San Leandro, CA · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

with a smaller student body of 400 in San Leandro, CA.

Program Analysis

At $36,236 per year, Veterinary Technology graduates from Carrington College-San Leandro Campus earn slightly above the $32,474 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

Some AI exposure exists in Veterinary Technology's career paths, with 29% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 14% gap from the optimistic case.

Median debt of $19,484 represents roughly 6 months of the $36,236 starting salary — a manageable burden by trade school standards.

At #61 of 169 Veterinary Technology programs, Carrington College-San Leandro Campus scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Five-year earnings of $42,788 are relatively flat compared to the $36,236 starting salary — typical of trades with stable but capped salary bands.

Veterinary Technology has a registered apprenticeship option through Veterinary/Lab Animal Tech (Alternate Title: Animal Care Specialist) with a median wage of $37,320/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.

50 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
45
Low End
50
Score
50
High End
Earnings $36,236/yr (12% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (71% shielded)
Job Market Large (63,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$440K
4.2% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$19,484
6.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$42,788
18% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Veterinary Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Veterinary technologists and technicians $45,980 +9.1% 84%
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers $37,320 +8.7% 78%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Veterinary technologists and technicians
$45,980
+9.1% growth 84% AI-proof
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers
$37,320
+8.7% growth 78% AI-proof

Veterinary Technology Career Guide

See the full career breakdown for Veterinary Technology — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Carrington College-San Leandro Campus and 168 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Carrington College-San Leandro Campus's Veterinary Technology program score?
At 50/100, Carrington College-San Leandro Campus's Veterinary Technology program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Will Veterinary Technology graduates from Carrington College-San Leandro Campus find jobs?
At 63,900 annual openings, Veterinary Technology has a large employment base. Carrington College-San Leandro Campus graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
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