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There is no degree required at all, actually - The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine does not require a Bachelor's degree for admission into the college. However, most applicants do have a Bachelor's degree and the typical majors are Biology, chemistry or animal science.
The fun part is, you don't have to have a specific major to be admitted to vet school - one of my classmates had a BA in fashion design and was a very successful vet student.
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Can you get a veterinarian degree at the university of Nebraska?
No, the University of Nebraska does not have an accredited school of veterinary medicine. Colleges in the area with a school of veterinary medicine include Kansas State University, Iowa State University and the University of Minnesota.
What qualifications are needed to be a vet?
To practice veterinary medicine in the United States, you must have a DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree as well as a license to practice for the State you are in. Most countries have similar requirements.
Is there a veterinary school in Chicago?
No, the only school of veterinary medicine in the state of Illinois is located in Urbana-Champaign.
Does Mississippi have a veterinary school?
Yes, Mississippi State University is an accredited school of veterinary medicine.
What qualifications does a person need to be a veterinarian?
In the United States, you need to have a degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited school of veterinary medicine, a passing score on the NAVLE and a valid license to practice in the State you want to work in.
Do you need a college degree to have a career as a veterinary assistant?
The requirements for becoming a veterinary technician vary from state to state based upon the laws governing the practice of veterinary medicine and/or veterinary technology. However in many most states where there are actually requirements to be a "veterinary technician" you must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited college degree program in veterinary technology, have passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam and have passed a state exam.
What kind of degree or certification do veterinarians receive?
In the United States, veterinarians must have either a DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) or VMD (Veterinary Medical Doctor) degree; the two are equivalent degress, but The University of Pennsylvania preferred the VMD title and is the only school that offers a VMD. There are an additional 27 colleges of veterinary medicine in the United States that offer the DVM degree.Outside of the United States, the name of the degree varies somewhat - some countries have veterinary curricula that result in a BVSc (Bachelor's of Veterinary Science) or MVSc (Master's of Veterinary Science). Whatever the name of the degree, though, the educational background of these individuals is equivalent and all are competent to step into the profession upon graduation.
Can you be a vet tech in Ohio with out getting a degree?
No, veterinary technicians must be licensed to practice in the state of Ohio and one of the requirements for licensure is a degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program.
What colleges in Washington offer veterinary programs?
There is only one college in Washington state that offers a degree in veterinary medicine - Washington State University.
What are some of the things needed to do for a license approval of a veterinarian?
To become licensed to practice veterinary medicine, you would need to have a degree from an accredited College of Veterinary Medicine, have passed the North American Veterinary Licensing Exam (National Board Exam) and have passed the State licensing exam.
Do you have to have a 2 year degree to be vet tech?
Yes, most states require that you have a 2-year degree in veterinary technology and have passed at least the Veterinary Technician National Exam and often a state exam in order to work as a veterinary technician. To find out the requirements for the state in which you live, you should contact your state veterinary technician association or whatever group in your state credentials (licenses, registers or certifies) veterinary technicians.
Does the Penn Foster veterinary technician degree allow you to practice in California?
Penn Foster's veterinary technology degree program is American Veterinary Medical Association accredited, therefore accepted as an appropriate program by the credentialing board for veterinary technicians in California. However, just having a degree in veterinary technology from Penn Foster doesn't allow you to practice as a "veterinary technician" in California. You must have also passed the credentialing exams that the state requires and be a Registered Veterinary Technician in that state.
