Students interested in a veterinary career generally can choose between becoming a veterinary technician (sometimes referred to as a veterinary nurse) or a doctor of veterinary medicine. An aspiring doctor must receive post-graduate education at a veterinary school, while one wishing to become a veterinary technician can work toward a certificate, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree. The degree pursued ought to fall in line with the licensure requirements held by the state in which one plans to practice.
Whether working toward becoming a doctor or technician, the animal-minded should look for a school that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Instructors should be licensed in their field and have significant experience in the industry. A school should offer substantial student support services, such as counseling, as well as career placement.
Hands-on instruction and clinical practice are both very important to a veterinary education. Students should ask how much of the program is dedicated solely to classroom instruction and how much is devoted to time with patients. In addition, if one is interested in a particular specialization, she should look into those programs and consider how in-depth it is, as well as how much time it will add to the overall length of the program.
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