Veterinary Technology at Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Private for-profit · Certificate · Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

a compact campus enrolling 341 students in San Antonio, TX.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $25,638 place Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio below the $32,474 national median for Veterinary Technology — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

AI risk is moderate — 29% task exposure — and the 26% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Veterinary Technology graduates.

With first-year pay of $25,638 far exceeding the $7,977 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

At #148 out of 169 programs, Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio's financial outcomes for Veterinary Technology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $25,638 to $34,125 shows 33% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

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.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
37
Low End
42
Score
42
High End
Earnings $25,638/yr (-21% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (71% shielded)
Job Market Large (63,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$361K
7.4% 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
$7,977
3.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$34,125
33% 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

What can you do with a Veterinary Technology credential from Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 42/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Veterinary Technology at Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio?
This program scores 42/100 — on the lower end for Veterinary Technology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Why are Veterinary Technology earnings lower at Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
How many job openings are there for Veterinary Technology graduates?
The large job market (63,900 annual openings) works in favor of Veterinary Technology graduates. The national outlook is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →