Veterinary Technology at Gwinnett Technical College

Lawrenceville, GA · Public · Associate Degree · Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

enrolling 7,395 students in Lawrenceville, GA.

Program Analysis

At $41,114 per year, Veterinary Technology graduates from Gwinnett Technical College significantly outpace the $32,474 national average for this trade, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

The 64.6x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 29% task exposure — and the 1% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Veterinary Technology graduates.

Ranked #8 out of 169 programs, Gwinnett Technical College's Veterinary Technology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

One registered apprenticeship pathway (Veterinary/Lab Animal Tech (Alternate Title: Animal Care Specialist) with a median wage of $37,320/yr) connects to Veterinary Technology careers, offering a paid training alternative to the classroom model.

61 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
57
Low End
61
Score
61
High End
Earnings $41,114/yr (27% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (71% shielded)
Job Market Large (63,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$41K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
64.6x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$6,712
Out-of-state: $11,512
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$38,762
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

Explore what Veterinary Technology graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 169 programs nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Veterinary Technology at Gwinnett Technical College?
A score of 61/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the Veterinary Technology field.
Is Gwinnett Technical College one of the best schools for Veterinary Technology?
Among 169 Veterinary Technology programs, Gwinnett Technical College's #8 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.
Is there demand for Veterinary Technology workers?
At 63,900 annual openings, Veterinary Technology has a large employment base. Gwinnett Technical College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →