How long does veterinary technician training take near Columbia?

Veterinary technician certificate programs near Columbia typically take 6 to 12 months of full-time study, while associate degree programs generally run about 2 years. Actual completion time depends on schedule (full-time vs. part-time) and any prerequisite coursework.

How much do veterinary technicians earn in Maryland?

According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), veterinary technicians in Maryland earned a median annual wage of approximately $47,350. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $38,750 to $74,460 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

How many veterinary technician schools are near Columbia?

Howard County reports approximately 50 veterinary technician related establishments employing about 450 workers (BLS QCEW, 2024). Compare the schools listed above for tuition, duration, and credential alignment with the local employer base.

Best Vet Tech Programs in Columbia, Maryland (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Quick answer: Veterinary technicians in Maryland earn a median of $47,350 per year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). This page lists accredited veterinary technician schools near Columbia, Maryland with local wage data and median graduate earnings for each school.

Looking for veterinary technician schools in Columbia, Maryland? The programs below combine classroom instruction with hands-on practice. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $47,350 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Columbia Quick Facts

Metric	Value	Source
State median annual wage	$47,350	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Maryland pay range (10th to 90th percentile)	$38,750 to $74,460	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Baltimore, MD metro median wage	$46,650	BLS OEWS, May 2025
National job outlook (2024 to 2034)	+9.1% growth, about 14,300 openings per year	BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034
State employment	2,540 workers	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Howard County establishments	50	BLS QCEW, 2024
Howard County industry employment	450	BLS QCEW, 2024
Howard County unemployment rate	2.6%	BLS LAUS, 2024
Maryland location quotient	1.11	BLS OEWS, May 2025

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What You’ll Find Below

The school listings below are sorted by proximity to Columbia. Each entry includes the school name, address, and the credentials offered. Use the Howard County and Maryland figures above as a reference point when comparing program length, schedule, and tuition.

Vet Technician Schools near Columbia

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U.S. Median Pay $47,380 $22.78 per hour

Job Outlook 9.1% 12,200 jobs (2024–2034)
14,300 openings/yr

Popular Online Programs In Maryland

Veterinary-Technician Salary in U.S.

Median Salary $47,380 $22.78/hr

Average Salary $49,120 $23.61/hr

Salary Range

$35,710 10th pctl

$47,380 Median

$63,180 90th pctl

10th Percentile $35,710 $17.17/hr

25th Percentile $38,910 $18.71/hr

75th Percentile $57,650 $27.72/hr

90th Percentile $63,180 $30.38/hr

Employment & Outlook

Total Employed129,140

Growth (2024-2034)9.1%

Annual Openings14,300

Jobs per 1,0000.8

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