BRYN MAWR, PA--Since 1975, Harcum College has partnered with the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospitals (PennVet), educating compassionate and highly skilled veterinary nurses who support animal hospitals and clinics across the Delaware Valley.

Harcum’s six-semester Veterinary Nursing Program includes four semesters of coursework on Harcum’s main campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa.

The program, accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), provides students with invaluable hands-on experience as they care for over 30 animals residing on campus, all while attending classes that lead to licensure.

During their final two semesters, students complete clinical rotations at PennVet’s Ryan Veterinary Hospital in Philadelphia and the New Bolton Center (NBC) in Kennett Square.

One unique opportunity for Harcum Veterinary Nursing students is the ability to live on-site at the New Bolton Center (NBC) while completing the Large Animal Practicum.

For almost 50 years, students have resided at the "Harcum House," where they study and work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians who make up the NBC nursing staff.

These nurses are cross-trained to provide care in all areas of the hospital, including Emergency and Critical Care, Intensive Care, Neonatal Intensive Care, Internal Medicine, and Surgery.

Veterinary Nursing students rotate through all of these departments, gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to provide cutting-edge care.

There are now more opportunities than ever for veterinary nurses in clinical practice, education, industry, pharmaceuticals, research, sales, and virtually all animal-related fields.

In 2024, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an almost 20% increase in growth for the veterinary industry.

On average, about 25,800 openings for veterinary nurses/technicians are expected each year over the next decade.

Along with the high demand for veterinary nurses, increased salaries have made this field more appealing than ever.

Each semester, Harcum hosts a job fair with local employers, with many who are Harcum graduates, eager to mentor and help guide the next generation of veterinary nurses.

Harcum College admits Veterinary Nursing students in both the fall and spring semesters.

For more information or to apply, visit www.harcum.edu/vet