Browse below to learn how to become a veterinary technician (vet tech) in Puerto Rico including advice on top schools, certification and licensing requirements, salaries and employment data.
How to become a Veterinary Technician in Puerto Rico
Licensing, certification and registration requirements for veterinary technicians varies by state.
If you wish to become a vet tech in Puerto Rico it is a requirement that you have graduated from an accredited veterinary technician/technology program.
Once you have graduated from an accredited program you will need to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) exams – which are administered by the American Association of Veterinary – if you wish to work as a vet tech in Puerto Rico. As a final step you will need to obtain your license before securing employment as a veterinary technician.
Accredited Vet Tech Programs in Puerto Rico
| School | Area | Degree Level | |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Puerto Rico | P.O. Box | Bachelor of Science | |
| University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo | Arecibo, PR | Associates Degree | |
| Universidad del Turabo | Gurabo, PR | Associate Degree |
There are currently 3 accredited veterinary technician programs in Puerto Rico.
Programs are accredited by the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA).
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Puerto Rico Vet Tech Licensing Requirements
Once you have successfully graduated from an accredited program and passed all necessary certification examinations you will need to apply for your veterinary technician license in Puerto Rico.
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Vet Tech Salary Puerto Rico
| Average Vet Tech Salary | $30,570 |
|---|---|
| Hourly Wage | $14.70 |
| Top 10% of Earners | $51,050 |
| Bottom 10% of Earners | $16,990 |
| #'s Employed | 100 |
According to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data (May 2017) the average veterinary technician salary in Puerto Rico is $30,570 – 12% below the national average of $34,710.
This represents an hourly wage of $14.70.
There are currently 100 persons employed as veterinary technicians in Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico Vet Tech Employment and Salaries by Metro Area
If a career as a veterinary technician in Puerto Rico strongly appeals to you then it is a great time to pursue your dreams. The demand for vet techs has been steadily on the increase over the last ten years and is projected to grow by 14.7% over the coming years with an additional 14,330 jobs predicted to be created in the sector between 2016 and 2024.
The table below details salary and employment levels of veterinary technicians in the main towns and cities in Puerto Rico.
| Metro Area | Average Salary | Top 10% | Bottom 10% | # Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA | $35,950 | $48,270 | $24,770 | 330 |
| Bloomsburg-Berwick, PA | $29,610 | $38,080 | $23,590 | 30 |
| Chambersburg-Waynesboro, PA | $31,770 | $45,260 | $21,070 | 70 |
| East Stroudsburg, PA | $30,960 | $38,870 | $24,210 | 100 |
| Erie, PA | $34,280 | $49,730 | $21,790 | 90 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $31,110 | $38,530 | $23,390 | 40 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA | (8) - | (8) - | (8) - | 170 |
| Johnstown, PA | $47,340 | $62,840 | $26,330 | - |
| Lancaster, PA | $35,650 | $48,320 | $26,160 | 220 |
| Lebanon, PA | $33,540 | $46,210 | $22,550 | 40 |
| Montgomery County-Bucks County-Chester County, PA | $39,860 | $49,700 | $31,480 | 1,230 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $39,150 | $55,450 | $26,970 | 750 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA | $37,960 | $49,900 | $27,060 | 2,840 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $31,460 | $44,030 | $21,590 | 1,540 |
| Reading, PA | $35,960 | $48,790 | $24,730 | 210 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA | $35,560 | $47,080 | $26,540 | 210 |
| State College, PA | $32,800 | $43,590 | $21,810 | 100 |
| Williamsport, PA | $32,370 | $38,820 | $24,830 | 40 |
| York-Hanover, PA | $35,070 | $45,940 | $25,660 | - |
Vet Tech V’s Related Careers
The first table compares salary and employment data between veterinary technicians and veterinarians and veterinary assistants in Puerto Rico.
| Salary | # Employed | |
|---|---|---|
| Vet Tech | $30,570 | 100 |
| Veterinarian | $91,430 | 60 |
| Vet Assistant | $20,070 | 510 |
The table below compares average veterinary technician salary and employment in Puerto Rico with salary levels for related healthcare careers in the state.
| Salary | # Employed | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vet Tech | $30,570 | 100 | ||||||||||
| Medical Assistants | $19,950 | 480 | ||||||||||
| Nursing Assistants | $20,610 | 370 | ||||||||||
| Dental Assistants | $20,000 | 2,390 | ||||||||||
| X Ray Tech | $31,830 | 240 | ||||||||||
| Ultrasound Tech | $24,020 | 500 | ||||||||||