Pre-Veterinary Medicine Associate in Arts
Program Overview
Veterinary medicine is the study of the diagnosis, treatment and control of disease and injuries among animals. Veterinarians may specialize in the health and breeding of certain animals, performing surgery, prescribing and administering drugs and vaccines, and research.Veterinarians may also concentrate on the inspection of meat, poultry and other foods as part of federal and state public health programs. The University of Florida is the only state school that offers a veterinary program.
| Estimated tuition cost: | $7,093.20 |
| Program credits: | 60 |
| Estimated time to complete: | 2 years |
Program Details
This is a pathway program. The AA degree pathway is designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions by providing them with the necessary general education credits and elective courses. Earning an Associate of Arts (AA) degree at MDC guarantees admission into one of the state's public universities where students can complete a bachelor's degree. An advisor will work with you to determine which elective courses will lay the best foundation for your selected major and continued studies.
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Career Prospects
Interested in this program of study? Learn more about South Florida's employment picture and explore career options when you pursue additional studies in this area.
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.
1,488 Veterinarians are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 7.1% over the next four years.
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.
2,523 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 7.4% over the next four years.
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.
2,274 Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers are currently employed in a 50 mile radius from Miami. This number is expected to increase by 7.4% over the next four years.
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