Veterinary Science

What is Veterinary Science?
The Veterinary Science program introduces high school students to careers in animal health and veterinary medicine through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on learning. Students develop skills in animal care, handling, anatomy, medical terminology, and basic clinical procedures while building a strong foundation for college, veterinary technology, veterinary school, or other animal-related careers.

Job Opportunities

Veterinarian (small animal, large animal, equine, exotic, zoo, wildlife, or emergency medicine)
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT)
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Practice Manager
Animal Shelter or Humane Society Manager
Wildlife Rehabilitator
Zookeeper
Animal Trainer or Behaviorist
Veterinary Pathologist
Veterinary Radiologist
Veterinary Anesthesiologist
Veterinary Surgeon
Veterinary Oncologist
Veterinary Dentist
Laboratory Animal Technician
Biomedical or Animal Research Technician
Public Health Veterinarian
USDA or State Animal Health Inspector
Animal Nutritionist
Livestock or Dairy Herd Manager
Equine Specialist
Pharmaceutical or Veterinary Medical Sales Representative
Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Technician
Animal Control Officer
Conservation Biologist or Wildlife Biologist
Veterinary or Animal Science Educator

Veterinary Science I (3 credits per semester, 2 semester course)

Principles of Veterinary Science- Principles of Veterinary Science is a two-semester course that provides students with an overview of the small and large animal veterinary industry which includes companion, food, and exotic animals. Principles of Veterinary Science will cover skills common to specific veterinary career topics such as animal care, veterinary assistant, veterinary technician, and veterinarian. Students will learn foundational veterinary knowledge for large and small animals which includes practical lab skills and common office practices.

Veterinary Science- Veterinary Science is a two-semester course that provides students with opportunities to participate in a variety of activities including laboratory work. Students will explore concepts related to medical terminology, laboratory procedures, clinical examination procedures, principles of animal diseases, as well as work in veterinary clinic management and veterinary law and ethics.

Advanced Life Science, Animals- Advanced Life Science: Animals is a two-semester course that provides students with opportunities to participate in a variety of activities including laboratory work. Students will explore concepts related to history and trends in animal agriculture as related to animal welfare, husbandry, diseases and parasites, laws and practices relating to handling, housing, environmental impact, global sustainable practices of animal agriculture, genetics, breeding practices, biotechnology uses, and comparative knowledge of anatomy and physiology of animals used in animal agriculture.

Certifications Available:

NAVTA

Ivy Tech Dual Credit

AGRI 107: Advanced Animal Science

AGRI 102: Agricultural Business and Farm Management

AGRI 103: Animal Science

Veterinary Science II (3 credits per semester, 2 semester course)

Veterinary Science Capstone- Veterinary Science Capstone is a two-semester course that builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in the animal and veterinary courses by developing advanced skills that students can apply to the field. As a capstone course, students should have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and use skills through an intensive work-based learning experience. Students will explore concepts related to pharmacy and pharmacology, medical math, animal nursing, radiology and ultrasound imaging, surgical preparation and assisting.

Certifications Available: NAVTA