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 Tri-Rivers Career Center For Me?
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.