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MEDICAL SCIENCES
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
  • Explore the science of veterinary medicine including animal care/control, grooming, clinical procedures/terminology, and disease prevention
  • Interact daily with animals while working side by side with certified professionals
  • Assist local animal shelters in their efforts to care for and find homes for neglected pets
MINIMUM PREREQUISITES: 1 Math, 1 Science, 1 Language Arts
ARTICULATION AGREEMENT: Jefferson College
ACADEMIC INTEGRATION: 1 credit Intro to Anatomy & Physiology
CERTIFICATION: American Red Cross Pet First Aid/CPR
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician, Veterinarian, Animal Trainer, Animal Behaviorist, Certified Kennel Operator, Animal Control Officer, Zookeeper, Humane Investigator, Laboratory Animal Care

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Erika Sonneville, a senior in the Veterinary Assistant Major was honored at the “Do the right thing” recognition ceremony.  This organization’s mission is to recognize and promote positive soci [ ... ]

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 October, some Veterinary Assistant students in the South Technical High School chapter of the FFA made the trip to Indianapolis for the annual FFA convention.  The FFA, Future Farmers of America, i [ ... ]

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The students in the Veterinary Assistant Program at South Technical High School gain valuable hands on experience through our relationship with the Heartland Humane Society. Through thi [ ... ]

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Mrs. Hobbs and Ms. Zengerling filled up a van with Vet. Tech. seniors and headed to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.. The students looked great and very professiona [ ... ]

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Students in the Vet Tech major are volunteering to help South County Animal Rescue. Dogs that were rescued are being brought in to school this week for grooming and basic health screeni [ ... ]

Important Dates

MAY
23

05.23.2013
Last day of student attendance

MAY
23

05.23.2013 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
Second Semester/Fourth Quarter Ends

MAY
24

05.24.2013
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