Veterinary Degrees Online

Turn a love of animals into a lifetime career with our Veterinary Technology degree. In our associate’s and bachelor’s programs, students work hand-in-hand with doctors and veterinary technicians by performing lab tests, drawing blood, assisting in surgery, and caring for animals. With experience in working with domestic, exotic and farm animals of every shape and size, students are well-prepared for careers in veterinary hospitals and clinics.

Our associate in science degree in Veterinary Technology is one of seven programs in New York. This is a rigorous academic program with a strong emphasis on practical application. The program includes professional, liberal arts, and preceptorship (internship) requirements, as recommended by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Classes are designed around the responsibilities of a Veterinary Technician, with core courses in Laboratory Animal Science, Small Animal Diseases and Nutrition, Farm Animal Restraint, and Veterinary Practice Management. Students also have the option to continue at Medaille for a Bachelor of Science degree in either Biology or Liberal Studies.

In 2001, Medaille College’s accreditation from the American Veterinary Medical Association was reconfirmed. This accreditation is recognized throughout the United States. Upon completion of the degree, students take a licensing exam to become certified as a Veterinary Technician. This exam is recognized in New York State and nationally. In the last 10 years, Medaille graduates have had a greater than 90% passing rate. Medaille graduates have experienced 100% job placement rates

The engineer zootechnicians employs the methods and techniques that lead to effective management and breeding of domestic animals that provide utility to man, thus contributing to improved food supply, both in quality and quantity.

Duration: 10 academic semesters.
Academic Degree: Bachelor of Science in Animal Husbandry
Job Title: Engineer Zootecnica

Graduate Profile
Management and production of large and small animals.
Industrial livestock in the area.
Handling foodstuffs of animal origin.
Administration and management of livestock enterprises.
Research and university teaching.

Major: Brain, Behaviour and Evolution
Area of Study: Animal Behaviour
Degree: BSc – Bachelor of Science (UAC Preference 300517 CSP)

General Requirements

Minimum number of credit points – 68; maximum number of credit points at 100 level – 30; minimum number of credit points in units at 200 level or above designated in the Schedule of Undergraduate Units as science units – 34; minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above designated in the Schedule of Undergraduate Units as science units – 18; which must include the following approved coherent study:

BBE300, BBE301, BBE302, and 6 credit points from BIOL316, BIOL345, BIOL357, BIOL358, BIOL369, BIOL372, PHIL363, PSY303, PSY315, PSY321, PSY325

Bachelor of Science : Animal Science
Pre-Veterinary Medicine Emphasis
Major Requirements – 40 Credits
AGRI 137 (2) – Practicum in ____________
AGRI 405 – Research Seminar
ANSI 114 – Introduction to Animal Science
ANSI 305 – Animal Nutrition
ANSI 340 (1 Species) – Production / Management of _________
ANSI 379 – Small Animal Health and Disease
ANSI 420 – Canine Gross Anatomy
ANSI 425 – Issues in Animal Agriculture, Research and Medicine
ANSI 435 – Animal Genetics
ANSI 440 – Animal Reproduction
ANSI 445 – Physiology of Farm Animals
6-10 Major Electives

Cognate Requirements – 18 Credits
BIOL 165 – Foundations of Biology
BIOL 166 – Foundations of Biology
CHEM 131 – General Chemistry I
CHEM 132 – General Chemistry II

General Education Requirements – 56 – 61+ Credits
Religion – 12 Credits
Language / Communication – 9-13 Credits
Arts / Humanities – 12-13 Credits
Natural / Physical Sciences – 9-10 Credits
Mathematics – 2-4 Credits
Computer Tools – 0 or 3 Credits
Social Sciences – 6 Credits
PE / Wellness – 3 Credits
Service – 2+ Credits

Bachelor of Science : Animal Science
Management Emphasis

Major Requirements – 40 Credits
AGRI 137 (2) – Practicum in _______
AGRI 270 – Management of Agriculture Enterprises
AGRI 395 – Internship in __________
AGRI 405 – Research Seminar
ANSI 114 – Introduction to Animal Science
ANSI 305 – Animal Nutrition
ANSI 340 (2 Species) – Production / Management of _________
ANSI 425 – Issues in Animal Agriculture, Research and Medicine
ACCT 121 – Fundamentals of Accounting
6 – 10 Major Electives

Cognate – 18 Credits
BIOL 165 – Foundations of Biology
BIOL 166 – Foundations of Biology
CHEM 131 – General Chemistry I
CHEM 132 – General Chemistry II

General Education Requirements – 56 – 61+ Credits
Religion – 12 Credits
Language / Communication – 9 – 13 Credits
Arts / Humanities – 12 – 13 Credits
Natural / Physical Sciences – 9 – 10 Credits
Mathematics – 2-4 Credits
Computer Tools – 0 or 3 Credits
Social Sciences – 6 Credits
PE / Wellness – 3 Credits
Service – 2+ Credits

This program is designed for students interested in a career in veterinary science and technology. The format allows a student to earn an associate degree in Veterinary Technology while working toward a bachelor of science degree in Veterinary Science. The course requirements for the freshman and sophomore years are outlined in the catalog associate degree programs under Veterinary Technology. Graduates of other associate degree programs in Veterinary Technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association may transfer directly into the bachelor’s degree program (as long as all mandatory courses have been completed and all pre-requisite courses for courses in the Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science Program have been or will have been met).

The demand for qualified graduates in veterinary science and technology far exceeds the supply. Employers cite an increasing need for well-trained veterinary science career professionals. Careful selection of courses and preceptorship experiences can help graduates meet eligibility requirements to sit for certification exams in clinical laboratory technology, emergency medicine and critical care, laboratory animal medicine, and to work in medical and pharmacological research.

Students are encouraged to work part-time in a veterinary practice or biotechnical research setting to maintain learned technical and nursing skills. Junior and senior students are also eligible to apply for employment as laboratory teaching assistants in the associate degree Veterinary Technology program.

The Veterinary Science curriculum has a collection of core course requirements and electives. The core requirements build a foundation of knowledge for all graduate veterinary technicians. The elective course offerings provide the opportunity for the student to pursue his/her individual interests such as laboratory animal medicine, companion animal medicine or prepare to pursue a postgraduate degree (MS, Ph.D., DVM).

This broad-based baccalaureate degree program in biologic sciences, veterinary sciences and animal husbandry also allows students to select in-depth instruction and clinical experience with a practical theme. The two concentration options available are Clinical Medicine and Laboratory Animal Medicine. Supplementing the didactic course work is a preceptorship in which the student receives hands-on training at an approved facility such as a veterinary practice or research facility. The student works directly with his/her faculty advisor to select appropriate elective courses within the curriculum to match their particular area of interest.

The Clinical Medicine concentration is designed to further enhance the student’s knowledge of nutrition, animal husbandry, nursing, zoonotic diseases and preventive medicine in the major domestic animal species as well as less traditional companion animals. Biomedical technologies, advanced diagnostic procedures and nursing skills are emphasized.

The Laboratory Animal Medicine Concentration is designed for Veterinary Technology students interested in a career within the discipline of laboratory animal science. In addition to advanced foundation courses in the biological sciences, students receive training in non-human primate and non-primate laboratory animals, research methodologies, nutrition, ethics, and laboratory management

The pre-veterinary concentration allows the student to receive a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science, meeting the requirements for most Veterinary Schools as well as the requirements for the two-year, AVMA-accredited program in Veterinary Technology. Students are advised that the requirements of each Veterinary School are different, and that they may need to take additional courses to meet the pre-requisite requirements of a specific school. Students should be prepared to begin the application process at the end of the Junior year and may receive feedback at that time on how they might make their application stronger.

An integral part of the program is the Lenfest Animal Health Center. This on-campus veterinary clinic treats hundreds of animals annually and allows students to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience as part of the curriculum. In addition to the veterinary clinic on campus, field trips are made to local shelters and farm animal facilities. These out-reach programs give the students experiences with a wide range of animal species. Supplementing the didactic course work is an externship in which the student receives hands-on training in an approved research facility, private veterinary practice or veterinary teaching facility.

The Department of Animal Science offers a two-year Associate of Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology. It is a complete program that carries full university credit and may be used toward a four-year degree program by students who choose to complete the Bachelor of Science degree.
This program prepares students to work for practicing veterinarians or for employment in related fields.
The following is a suggested sequence of courses for students seeking the Associate of Applied Science degree with a major in Veterinary Technology. This is a College Tech Prep articulated program.

First Fall Term
ANSC 1401, General Animal Science – 4 hrs
ANSC 1403, Clinical Assistance – 4 hrs

ANSC 1202, Laboratory Animal Management – 2 hrs
ENG 1301, Composition and Rhetoric – 3 hrs
CHEM 1401, General Chemistry – 4 hrs

CREDIT HOURS – 17

Spring
ANSC 1303, Surgical Assistance – 3 hrs
ANSC 1302, Radiology – 3 hrs
ANSC 1304, Pharmacology – 3 hrs
BIOL 3403, Veterinary Parasitology – 4 hrs
COMM 1303, Speech Communications – 3 hrs

CREDIT HOURS – 16

Second Fall Term
ANSC 2501, Animal Anatomy/Physiology – 5 hrs
ANSC 3404, Clinical Pathology – 4 hrs
ANSC 2405, Equine Veterinary Footcare – 4 hrs
MATH 1310 or MATH 1315, University Math or University Algebra – 3 hrs

CREDIT HOURS – 16

Spring
ANSC 2300, Veterinary Ethics & Clinical Procedures – 3 hrs
ANSC 2306, Small Animal Management – 3 hrs
ANSC 3403, Animal Nutrition, Feeds and Feeding – 4 hrs
ANSC 3408, Advanced Clinical Assistance – 4 hrs
BIOL 2406, Introduction to Microbiology – 4 hrs

CREDIT HOURS – 18

Summer Semester

ANSC 3601, Practicum in Veterinary Assistance – 6 hrs

Total Credit Hours

73 hours

The Animal Production concentration trains students for employment in traditional broad-based animal agiculture such as livestock production, business, and services related to livestock. Ranching, extension, livestock consultants, market livestock analysis, meat grading and animal recreationalists are additional examples of professional career opportunities available.
The following is a suggested sequence of courses for students seeking the Bachelor of Science in Animal Science with an Animal Production Concentration.

Animal Science
1101, 1401, 2305, 2406, 2413, 3201, 3302, 3305, 3308, 3309, 3315, 3402, 4304, 4305, 4306

Natural Resource Management
Select from 1402, 2302, 2401 – 3-4 hrs

Core Curriculum
English 1301, 1302, 2315, or other literature, and English 2304 – 12 hrs
Communication 1303, or Theatre 2304 – 3 hrs
Fine Art: Select from Fine Arts 1301; Art 1301; Music 1312, 1313; or Theatre 1302 – 3 hrs
History 1301, 1302 – 3 hrs
Mathematices: Select from 1310, 1315, 1316, 1320 or 1342 – 6 hrs
Physical Education 1150 and one activity course – 2 hrs
Political Science 2305, 2306 – 6 hrs
Science: 4 courses from 2 fields: Select from Biology 1401, 2406; Chemistry 1401, 1402 – 16 hrs
Social Science (including 3 hrs Mulitcultural): Select from Anthropology 1301, Economics 2300, 2305; Geography 1302, 2302;
Philosophy 1301; Psychology 1302; Sociology 2303 – 6 hrs

Grand Total 120 hrs

The Animal Health Management concentration provides the courses necessary to train students properly in the area of management pertaining to disease prevention. This concentration is desirable for those students seeking employment in feedlots, cattle and horse breeding operations, and in general farm and ranch work where knowledge of clinical pathology and related courses is advantageous to the profession. The curriculum meets the requirements for state and federal employment opportunities in the field of animal health.
The following is a suggested sequence of courses for students seeking the Bachelor of Science in Animal Science with an Animal Health Management Concentration.

Animal Science: 1101, 1401, 2406, 2413, 3308, 3315, 4304, 4305, 4306 – 28 hrs
Select 19 sch from: 1302, 1303, 134, 1403, 2300, 2501, 3306, 3404, 3408, 4310

Natural Resource Management: Select 3-4 sch from 1402, 2301, 2302, or 3405

Core Curriculum:
English 1301, 1302, 2315, or other literature, and English 2304 – 12 hrs
Communication 1303, or Theatre 2304 – 3 hrs
Fine Arts: select from Fine Arts 1301, Art 1301, Music 1312,1313; or Theatre 1302 – 3 hrs
History 1301, 1302 – 6 hrs
Mathematics: select from 1310, 1315, 1316, 1320 or 1342 – 6 hrs
Physical Education 1150 and one activity course – 2 hrs
Political Science 2301, 2302 – 6 hrs
Science: Biology 1401, 2406; Chemistry 1401, 1402 – 16 hrs
Social Science (including 3 hrs Multicultural): select from Anthropology 1301; Economics 2300, 2305; Geography 1302, 2302; Philosophy 1301; Psychology 1302; Sociology 2303 – 6 hrs

Grand Total 120 hrs

The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization prepares individuals for advanced degree study in veterinary school and for post-graduate research.

The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization emphasizes the application of physical and chemical sciences to the raising and production of beef cattle, horses, dairy cattle, swine, and companion animals.

Additionally, students will obtain both classroom instruction and real world hands-on experience with animals at the SIUC Agriculture Research and Education Laboratories.

Senior level courses in beef cattle management, swine management, dairy cattle management, and equine science assimilate knowledge and skills learned in previous courses to assist students in applying the basic sciences to real-life situations.

What facilities are at SIU?
The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization is supported by extensive facilities for several species of livestock. Every student has the opportunity to get involved in work, research labs, or class at the 2,000 acre farm system that is the core of our animal science teaching program. The SIUC farms have special centers for:

* 75 brood cows, with cow-calf and feedlot operations
* 75 head operating dairy
* 45 head of horses for teaching, research and breeding
* 100 crossbred sow farrow-to-finish operations
* Beef Evaluation Center
* High-technology feed mill wiht micro-nutrient mixing and ration formulation.

For additional information about the animal facilities, feel free to visit the web site section on University Farms.

What are my career opportunities?
The Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science specialization meets the needs of students planning to attend veterinary school or pursue graduate work in animal science. Students who complete this option qualify for the Bachelor of Science degree, meet the course requirements for admission to a veterinary medicine program, and acquire an excellent foundation for graduate work in animal science.

Graduates with a specialization in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Science are prepared to: further scientific interests with a career in research, veterinary medicine, education, or biomedical industry; pursue careers in the multifaceted agribusiness industry; or work directly with beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, or horse production and management.