VeterinarianBy: Harley Ann Skinner

What is a Veterinarian?

They diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Including veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.

Where can it be used?

A Veterinarian can be used anywhere really. Veterinarians work with all animals of sort. They work with household animals, farm animals, and sometimes wild animals

Salary?

Starting:Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services-47,670National Security and International Affairs-46,610

Median:Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services- $110,199National Security and International Affairs- $106,466

Required Education

This career requires a four-year degree or more.

Many people start at a community college and then transfer to a 4 year college.

Continual Education?

Some Veterinarian schools require continual education to become a vet.

Others are different, some state requirements differ about the education you receive during your time to be a veterinarian.

Skills needed to become a Vet

Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Speaking -- Talking to others to convey information effectively. Science -- Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for

both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems. Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs

of the audience. Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other

individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Learning Strategies -- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

https://www.vawizard.org/vccs/CareerProfile.action?socCode=29-1131

Goals that I will set.

I will finish school with a advanced degree.

I will go to Germanna Community College and study Science, Liberal Arts, and General studies.

I will get a 4 year degree or higher

State to Live in…

Any State is good really. Every state has at least one Veterinarian available. And every state has animals that are in need of a veterinarians assistance.

But its best to live in a state that isn't over the supply of veterinarians.

Work Environment…

This depends upon the type of clinic the veterinarian works in. A small animal clinic tends to be climate controlled with several examination rooms, a surgery room/suite, supplies and a kennel area. For the most part, the worst physical situation a small animal veterinarian is some rotten smell from an abscess or pyometra, some physical discomfort if the A/C or heating isn't adjusted quite right and overall soreness from being on his/her feet all day.

In contrast, a large animal veterinarian works at the barns, stables and pastures that their patients live in. It's not uncommon for a large animal veterinarian to be frozen ears to toes in winter, dripping sweat in the heat of the summer, slopped in mud/manure/please don't ask what to the shoulders, soaked to the bone hip-deep in the creek covered in birth fluids from a calf that got stuck half-way into the world.

An equine veterinarian often has some of the weather discomforts of a large animal veterinarian, but most horses are kept in stables where the manure and water aspects aren't as big of a concern.

For non-practicing veterinarians (and there are a number of them), they can work in any situation from a war zone (military veterinarian, Army or Air Force) to a laboratory (CDC, NIH, private industry) to a slaughter house (USDA FSIS) to a sales barn (APHIS). The environment varies considerably depending upon what exactly they have been hired to do

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_work_environment_for_a_veterinarian

Opportunities for Advancement…

Accreditations - This is a list of possible accreditations a veterinarian or potential veterinarian can earn. Furthering your education, experience and training can provide more benefits in your career.

Board Certification – Becoming board certified can improve a veterinarian’s income, job security and overall happiness with the choice of career. Board certified veterinarians are able to join associations to help them advance in their careers and provide a better life for themselves. Learn what it takes to become board certified in veterinary medicine.

Continuing Education – Like with any career in medicine, continuing your education is very important and mandatory within the veterinary medicine field. Science and technology are constantly evolving, and continued educated credits ensure that a veterinarian is up-to-date with all new discoveries, advancements and data in the field.

Residency – Residency programs are extremely competitive to get into. Find out what it takes for a potential veterinarian to get into a residency program at the school or university of their wish.

Veterinary Specialties – The veterinary medicine industry is growing rapidly and specialists are needed in all fields of interest. Learn about the different specialties you can get involved with after receiving your Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine.

http://www.veterinariancareerinformation.com/advancement.html

Classes I can take here at KGHS

Biology I, Biology II-Genetics Biology II-Advanced Survey of

Biology Anatomy Physiology Most math classes

http://www.kgcs.k12.va.us/kghs/guidance/documents/KGHS_Program_of_Studies_2013-14.pdf

Applying?...

How many people apply a year: 60 to 100

How many people make it: About 30 Student chances: About 25

http://www.pcc.edu/programs/vet-tech/faq.html

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