Veterinary Degrees Online

The special program for high school graduates is designed for qualified and motivated high school students who seek a career in veterinary medicine. The Integrated Pre Veterinary – Veterinary Program (INTEPREV) is an attempt to eliminate the sharp division between pre veterinary and veterinary education and also to shorten the time required for obtaining the Doctor of Veterinary (D.V.M) degree to six (6) years.

The program (INTEPREV) also allows the matriculation of students from around the world regardless of the individual variations of the educational system of their home country.

Students are selected for the program (INTEPREV) in the senior year of high school. There are no specific high school course requirements, but applicants are required to take either SAT, ACT or College Board examinations. Of great importance to the Admission Committee are such factors as interest in the humanities, sciences, evidence of intellectual curiosity and extracurricular activities.

The first year of the program is devoted to the study of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, English Composition, Medical Terminology and Spanish.

Colleges of Veterinary Medicine expect incoming students to have a broad background in the biological and physical sciences with students completing at least three courses in biology including general biology, genetics, microbiology as the most requested, two semesters of both general chemistry and organic chemistry, as well as at least one semester of biochemistry, and two semesters of general physics. A course in animal nutrition is required by nearly half of the schools. Bethany College courses that satisfy the usual requirements are: Biology 100, 180, 290, and 343; Chemistry 111 -11 2, 221-222, and 351-352; Physics 201-202; and General Science 473 and 474.

Other typical course requirements include at least one math class and two
semesters of English composition and literature. Another major requirement
is documented experience with animals and work with veterinarians. Some
large animal experience may be obtained by enrolling in General Science
293. Students can gain valuable experience working with area veterinarians.
Students who can claim West Virginia residency status may obtain a position as a
contract student at one of three schools: Ohio State University; University of Georgia;
and Tuskegee Institute. There are at present 13 contract seats among the three schools.

Eligible students must complete the application for the West Virginia Contract Seat, which can be obtained from the Division of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at West Virginia University when starting the application process for Veterinary School. All students interested in attending veterinary school should review the admission requirements of any veterinary college they may likely attend as requirements among the colleges vary widely.

This degree is designed for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in areas of animal breeding and genetics, livestock production,
animal health and nutrition, animal behavior, companion animals, or zoology.
First Year Second Year
FALL SEMESTER Credit
Hours
FALL SEMESTER Credit
Hours
AGR 101 Career Concepts in
Agriculture
1 CHE 114 General Chemistry I 5
BIO 111 Introduction to Biology 4 ENG 112 English Composition II 3
COM 111 Business Computer
Systems
4 FOS 116 Nutrition 3
ENG 111 English Composition 3 AGR 115 Introduction to Animal
Science
4
MAT 116 College Alegebra 4 Social Science Elective 3
SEM 111 College Orientation 1 TOTAL HOURS 18
TOTAL HOURS 17
SPRING SEMESTER Credit
Hours
SPRING SEMESTER Credit
Hours
AGR 116 Introduction to
Economics of Food
Fiber and Natural
Resources
3 BIO 112 Biology 4
MAT 118 Trigonometry 2 BIO 216 Introduction to Animal
Kingdom
4
SPC 111 Speech 3 MAT 110,
MAT 113,
MAT 117,
or MAT
210
General Education
Mathematics, Quantitative
Literacy, Calculus I, or
Elementary Statistics
4/5
Fine Arts Elective 3 Humanities Elective 3
Humanities Elective 3 Social Science Elective 3
Social Science Elective 3 TOTAL HOURS 18/19

Freshman YearFall Semester Credit Hours Spring Semester Credit Hours
ACAD1001 First Year Experience 2 ANSC1010 Animal Health Skills 3
ANSC1003 Animal Care Management 3 ANSC1201 Introduction to Grooming 1
ANSC1005 Kennel Operation and Design 3 ANSC1400 Introduction to Animal Science 3
BIOL1001 Biology I 4 BIOL1002 Biology II 4
ENGL1001 English Composition I 3 INFO1001 Technology and Society 3
ENGL1003 Writing about Literature 3
15 17

Sophomore YearFall Semester Credit Hours Spring Semester Credit Hours
ANSC2000 Introduction to Laboratory Animal Science 2 MATH1200 College Algebra 3
ANSC2201 Intermediate Grooming 2 ANSC2200 Dog Obedience 2
ANSC2401 Animal Nutrition 3 ANSC2202 Domestic Animal Behavior 3
ANSC2900 Career Internship 3 ANSC2501 Animal Breeding 3
MGMT2500 Small Business Management 3 Elective (Humanities/Social Science) 3
Elective (Humanities/Social Science) 3
16 14
Total Credits: 62

Special Requirements:

All full and part-time students are required to demonstrate proof of medical insurance, a tetanus booster within the last ten (10) years, and a tuberculosis test within one (1) year to participate in animal laboratories, veterinary clinic rotations and career externship. Rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis immunization is highly recommended. Students are required to either show proof of rabies immunization or sign a declination form. Students must be able to lift 50 pounds and be able to demonstrate the physical capabilities to work closely and safely with animals of all sizes. Students with limitations to movement, sight or hearing may find it difficult to meet all course requirements. For the health and safety of students appropriate attire will be addressed in all classes with laboratories.

The Veterinary Technician program has been designed to develop personnel capable of assisting veterinarians in large animal practices, small animal practices, laboratory animal situations and related veterinary medical activities. The curriculum provides a sound foundation in basic veterinary technology and promotes habits of mind that inspire students to continue their education. Through courseware, skill acquisition and meaningful clinical experiences the graduate will be a productive employee at the entry level and will have the capabilities to perform satisfactorily in positions of increasing responsibility. Veterinary Technology is not designed as a preparatory program for those students who wish to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine.

Veterinary Technology is a regional academic program sponsored jointly by County College of Morris (CCM), Bergen Community College (BCC), and Sussex County Community College (SCCC). The three colleges are held together as a consortium by formal agreement. The Consortium is known as the Northern New Jersey Consortium for Veterinary Technician Education.

The program’s curriculum has both a pre-professional and professional component. The pre-professional component includes necessary remediation, general education coursework, and some courses designed to introduce students to the field of veterinary technology. The professional component, which follows the pre-professional component, includes veterinary technology courses.
ger
concentration
cr

communication (6 cr.)

ENGL101
English Composition I
3

ENGL102
English Composition II
3

ger
humanities (3 cr.)

Humanities Elective
3

ger
math & science electives (10 cr.)

CHEM103
Introductory Chemistry
4

COMS110
Computer Concepts & Applications
3

MATH110
Pre- calculus I or
3

MATH210
Statistics
3

ger
social science (3 cr.)

Social Science Elective
3
req
required courses (51 cr.)

BIOS105
v ertebrate A & P I
4

BIOS106
Vertebrate A & P II
4

BIOS210
Microbiology
4

VETT102
Intro to Veterinary Technology I
1

VETT103
Veterinary Medical Terminology
1

VETT104
Research Animal Technology
3

VETT110
Nutrition & Principles of Feeding
2

VETT204
Veterinary Nursing I
3

VETT206
Clinical Lab Procedures I
3

VETT207
Diagnostic Imaging
3

VETT211
Veterinary Office Management
3

VETT213
Veterinary Pharmacology
3

VETT215
Surgical Assistance & Anesthesia
3

VETT217
Clinical Lab Procedures II
3

VETT218
Farm Animal Nursing
3

VETT219
Veterinary Nursing II
3

VETT222
Veterinary Technology Externship I
1

VETT223
Veterinary Technology Externship II
1

PSYC103
Freshman Seminar
3
Total Degree Credits 73

Required Recommended
Concepts in Biology
BI 111, 112, 113, 114 Speech
CA 101
Genetics
BI 220 Cell Biochemistry
BI 311
Microbiology
BI 230 Animal Development
BI 212
Plus: Upper Division Electives
See Recommended Courses Animal Behavior
BI 255
Inorganic Chemistry
CH 151, 152, 153, 154
Organic Chemistry
CH 221, 222, 223, 224
Physics
PY 111, 112, 113, 114
Math
Calculus MA 151
Statistics MA 131
Social Science
6 semester hours
Humanities
9 semester hours
English
2 semesters English Composition

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AND INTERNSHIPS

Undergraduate research whether in the sciences or the humanities is strongly recommended. Internships at hospitals and clinics are also desirable. See 360 & 390 listings under your major.

NB: Students should always check individual med/vet/dent/op schools for individual course requirements. Individual schools have specific undergraduate curriculum requirements. The list above is a generic list.

Student Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete an Associate of Applied Science degree in Animal Technology: Horse Management will:
Successfully start a young horse and understand basic training concepts necessary to continue training through an advanced level.
Manage a breeding herd and apply scientific concepts to a breeding program.
Apply business, health and management concepts necessary to maintain a successful equine facility.
Research a management or health problem.
Communicate effectively using appropriate equine industry vocabulary in order to be successful in the job market.

Program Requirements
Students entering the Animal Technology: Horse Management program should have a firm background in life and physical sciences and should be prepared to take courses in mathematics and biology. A mandatory riding evaluation is given at the start of the program to enable proper placement in courses.

The program is designed to be completed in two years. This assumes, however, that the entering student has placed at or above the following levels on the Computerized Placement Test: WR 115 Introduction to College Writing and MTH 060 Introduction to Algebra. It is advisable to take the test as early as possible. Students entering the program with math and writing skills below the minimum requirement may require longer than two years to complete the degree. Program completion requires a minimum of 4 credits of math and 8 credits of biology, plus general education courses such as English composition, speech and social sciences.

Facilities
Classes are conducted in modern well-equipped classrooms and laboratories. Emphasis is placed on hands-on experience, and many classes utilize the local producers for laboratory exercises. In addition, there are computers, microscopes, and other modern lab equipment available for student use.

The training classes are conducted in a modern barn with indoor arena, 28 box stalls and washing and grooming facilities. Students bringing horses to school may board them at the LBCC barn.

Student Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete an Applied Science degree in Animal Technology will:
Effectively apply multiple specie Animal Husbandry skills and concepts within the livestock industry.
Use skills acquired to gain employment in animal agriculture.
Effectively research nutrition, management, marketing, health and reproduction issues.
Interact with professionals unique to the industry using appropriate vocabulary.
Apply appropriate computational and accounting skills and utilize technology for successful money management and other record keeping requirements.

Program Requirements
The Animal Technology program is designed to be completed in two years. This assumes, however, that the entering student has been placed at or above the following levels on the Computerized Placement Test: WR 115 Introduction to College Writing and MTH 060 Introduction to Algebra. It is advisable to take the test as early as possible. If developmental coursework is required, it may take the student longer than two years to complete the program.

In preparation for the Animal Technology program, high school students should study mathematics, life sciences and physical sciences. Program completion requires a minimum of four credits of math and eight credits of chemistry or biology, plus other general education courses, such as English composition, speech and social science.

Students can take general education courses at night, but the technical classes are offered only during the day. Part-time enrollment is common; students may start in the middle of the school year or enroll for any portion of the program.

Facilities
Classes are conducted in modern, well-equipped classrooms and laboratories. Emphasis is placed on hands-on experience, and many classes utilize the local livestock producers for in-the-field laboratory exercises. Computers, microscopes and other modern lab equipment are available for student use. The college supplies equipment and tools for use during lab sessions.

Skillful veterinary technicians may perform many of the same duties for a verterinarian that a nurse would do for a physician, including routine laboratory and clinical procedures. This program provides training in veterinary health and the handling of a variety of animals from the domestic to the exotic, as well as laboratory animals encountered in a veterinary practice or biomedical research setting. While veterinary technicians serve as important paraprofessional members of the veterinary medical team, veterinary technicians do not diagnose animal illnesses, prescribe treatment or perform surgery.

The program’s curriculum includes such topics as anatomy and physiology, radiology, parasitology, surgical nursing and assisting and other related scientific areas of veterinary health or related skills areas. The curriculum is not intended to provide admission to a college of veterinary medicine.

A critical component of the program is student participation in clinical internships.

To enter the program, students must meet the following admission requirements:

Completion of a high school diploma or GED.
Achievement of indicated assessment scores or completion of preparatory coursework.
Completion of ENG 131 – Technical Writing or ENG 121 – English Composition I with a grade of “C” or better.
Completion of BIO 111 – General College Biology with a grade of “C” or better (no more than 7 years old).
Completion of HPR 178 – Medical Terminology, with a grade of “C” or better.
Complete an Intent to Enroll (application) form available at the Larimer Campus.

Admission to the program is limited to the first 24 students (each fall and spring) who have submitted the appropriate admission materials. It is strongly recommended students complete the required general education courses prior to beginning the program.

Biology BIOL 120/121 3/1 Hours
Biology BIOL 122/123 3/1 Hours
Biochemistry ANSC 345 or BIOL/CHEM 446 3 Hours
Elective 300-400 level Animal Science, Biology, or Chemistry classes 3 Hours
Elective 300-400 level Animal Science, Biology, or Chemistry classes 3 Hours
Fundamentals of Chemistry CHEM 120/121 3/2 Hours
Fundamentals of Chemistry CHEM 222/223 3/2 Hours
Organic Chemistry CHEM 340/341 3/2 Hours
Organic Chemistry CHEM 342/343 3/2 Hours
Physics PHYS 231/232 3/1 Hours
Physics PHYS 332/233 3/1 Hours

Pre-Vet Required Core Courses
English Composition ENG 100 3 Hours
English Composition ENG 300 3 Hours
Literature ENG 200 3 Hours
Fine Arts ART 100 or MUSIC 120 or THEA 151` 3 Hours
Humanities/Fine Arts SCOM 161 3 Hours
Humanities/Fine Arts AH 290 or foreign lanaguage 3 Hours
History HIST 119 3 Hours
Social/Behavioral Science HIST 120 3 Hours
Social/Behavioral Science AGRI 108 3 Hours
Social/Behavioral Science PSY 100 or GOVT 110 or ECON 150 3 Hours
Mathematics* MATH 116 (3 Hours) and MATH 117 (3 Hours) or MATH 118 (5) or MATH 119 (4 Hours) or MATH 126 (4.5 Hours)