Ivy Tech Madison Announces the Higher Learning Commission’s Approval for the Veterinary Nursing Program

Program is the first and only veterinary nursing program offered across all 19 Ivy Tech locations

MADISON, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Madison is proud to announce the approval of its Veterinary Nursing Program by the university’s institutional accreditor, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). This groundbreaking program is the first and only veterinary nursing program offered across all 19 Ivy Tech locations, marking a significant milestone for the institution and the community. The official program launch is scheduled for August 2025.

The program will also pursue accreditation approval from the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technical Education and Activities (CVTEA) and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA).

Ivy Tech Madison will offer an associate-degree-level veterinary nursing program and a veterinary technician certificate. Students enrolled in the program will pursue licensure as registered veterinary technicians (RVTs) and gain hands-on experience working in veterinary practices, laboratories, and agribusiness/bioscience industries.

The program will be led by Dr. Melissa Newcomb, DVM. Newcomb brings over 20 years of veterinary experience, as well as over 17 years of experience in education.

“The approval of this program reflects Ivy Tech’s commitment to meeting workforce demands and offering exceptional opportunities for our students,” said Kay Stokes, Ivy Tech Madison Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

Interested students can contact Emily Tingle, Admissions Recruiter at Ivy Tech Madison, 812-265-2580 ext 4121 or email Etingle2@ivytech.edu.