Veterinary Science

Highlights

  • Work directly with small and large animals in a learning lab environment
  • Learn about animal nutrition, health, reproduction, anatomy & physiology, grooming and first aid
  • Gain veterinary assisting skills necessary to succeed in the veterinary industry

Amazing Alumni

Is this you?

  • I have an interest in animals’ well-being
  • I am good at science
  • I am a problem solver
  • I am detail oriented

Partnering with:

  • Columbus State Community College
  • Marion Technical College

CAREER FOCUS

  • Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
  • Advanced Certifications
  • Interactive Field Trips
  • Internships
  • Scholarships

Career Opportunities Upon Graduation

  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Animal Retail Sales/Manager
  • Animal Care/Lab Tech
  • Animal Facility Associate
  • Groomer’s Assistant
  • Veterinary Receptionist

With additional Training/Education

  • Veterinary Technician-Associate Degree
  • Farm Manager—Bachelor’s Degree
  • Veterinarian-Bachelor’s Degree/ DVM
  • Veterinary Practice Manager—Bachelor’s Degree
    Typical Wages:
    Veterinary Assistant—$10 to $15 per hour
    Veterinary Technician (Associate Degree)—$16 to $25 per hour
    DVM (Bachelor’s Degree, plus years in Veterinary School—$79,000-$160,000
  • Certifications: Earn Ohio Department of Education(ODE) credential points toward graduation during your Junior and Senior years.
    • Elanco Veterinary Medical (*6 points)
    • Elanco Animal Science (*6 points)
    • OHSA 10 (*1 point)
    • First Aid/CPR (*1 points)
    • Fear Free Certified Professional (*3 points)
    • World Pet Association Professional Grooming Credential (*3 points)

Some Area Employers Include:
Maple Run Veterinary Clinic, Yancey Clinic of Veterinary Medicine, Edgefield Animal Care Center, North Central Veterinary Clinic, K-9 Kutts and Training and Kennels, Humane  Society of Delaware County, Central Ohio Veterinary Emergency Hospital (COVE).

Work with animals! Your abilities can keep animals healthy, nurse them when ill — even save their lives!

  • Start a rewarding career in a growing field. Why take a Veterinary Assistant training program? With the right credentials, you can:
    —Be an important part of a professional veterinary staff.
    —Work at a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, kennel, or laboratory.


Pet owners increasingly take advantage of veterinary services, spurring employment growth for Veterinary Assistants. That means more opportunity for you!

Tri-Rivers Career Center  affirms that equal opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military status, national origin, disability, age, and ancestry of person.

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