How long does veterinary technician training take near Mansfield?

Veterinary technician certificate programs near Mansfield 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 Ohio?

According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), veterinary technicians in Ohio earned a median annual wage of approximately $47,990. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $34,760 to $61,360 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

How many veterinary technician schools are near Mansfield?

Richland County reports approximately 10 veterinary technician related establishments employing about 100 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 Mansfield, Ohio (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Quick answer: Veterinary technicians in Ohio earn a median of $47,990 per year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). This page lists accredited veterinary technician schools near Mansfield, Ohio with local wage data and median graduate earnings for each school.

This guide rounds up veterinary technician schools serving Mansfield, Ohio and the local job-market figures worth checking first. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $47,990 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Mansfield Quick Facts

Metric	Value	Source
State median annual wage	$47,990	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Ohio pay range (10th to 90th percentile)	$34,760 to $61,360	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Top-paying Ohio metro for this field	Columbus, OH, $49,260	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	4,790 workers	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Richland County establishments	10	BLS QCEW, 2024
Richland County industry employment	100	BLS QCEW, 2024
Richland County unemployment rate	5.0%	BLS LAUS, 2024
Ohio location quotient	1.04	BLS OEWS, May 2025

Nearby Cities

Ashland, Ohio - 13 miles
Mount Vernon, Ohio - 26 miles
Wooster, Ohio - 31 miles
Marion, Ohio - 33 miles
Norwalk, Ohio - 33 miles

Explore the Veterinary technician Career

Veterinary technician training in Ohio: state licensing steps, training paths, and local pay.
Veterinary technician career guide: national overview of certifications, salary, and job outlook.

What You’ll Find Below

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

Vet Technician Schools near Mansfield

No schools in our database within 250 miles. If this is a mistake, contact us.

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 Ohio

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

Next Steps

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