7 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $125,510 · projected growth +9.6%. See full occupation profile →
Doctoral Degree
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine — DVM
Auburn University
AL
Certificate
Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification
Elanco
AL
Course
Equine Science
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Demonstrate techniques for safe handling of equine animalsDiscuss the various types of behavior associated with equine animalsDescribe the history of domestication of horses and the roles horses have played in socialCollect and share information about the external anatomy of equine animalsIllustrate and describe the internal anatomy and physiology of equine animalsCollect information about the nutritional value of equine feed ingredients
Course
Introduction to Veterinary Science
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify safety precautions, procedures, and equipment used by veterinary personnel for handling animalsDiscuss the health risks of zoonotic diseases to humans and the historical significance of each diseaseDefine types of hazards common in the veterinary hospitalDetermine the appropriate safety precautions for a given scenario and how to locate important safety informationDescribe responsible animal ownership and managementDiscuss the relationship between animal rights and animal welfare
Doctoral Professional
VETERINARY MEDICINE
Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctoral Professional
VETERINARY MEDICINE
Auburn University
AL
Course
Veterinary Science
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
AL
Identify hazards in the veterinary clinic and in a field setting; list safety precautionsPerform routine animal handling and restraint proceduresResearch, evaluate, and share information about the importance of biosecurity in the veterinary fieldDemonstrate the ability to follow procedures for sanitation, disinfectionObtain and communicate information to explain common medical terminology, abbreviationsUse dichotomous keys to classify animals by their physical characteristics and to determine levels of taxonomy