Veterinary Technology at Windward Community College

Kaneohe, HI · Public · Associate Degree · Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

a compact campus enrolling 1,109 students in Kaneohe, HI.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,109 at Windward Community College come in 17% above the national median of $32,474 for Veterinary Technology programs.

The 62.9x 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.

A #14 ranking out of 169 Veterinary Technology programs nationally puts Windward Community College in the top 10% — a strong but not elite position.

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.

59 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
55
Low End
59
Score
59
High End
Earnings $38,109/yr (17% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (71% shielded)
Job Market Large (63,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$38K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
62.9x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$6,388
Out-of-state: $16,660
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$36,222
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Veterinary Technology at Windward Community College?
A score of 59/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the Veterinary Technology field.
What's the job market like for Veterinary Technology from Windward Community College?
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 →