Veterinary Science
Overview
The Veterinary Science program at Hodgson Vo-Tech teaches students how to care for and work with animals. Students learn how to safely handle animals, check their health, and understand how they grow and behave. The program also teaches about food systems, animal farming, and the importance of treating animals with care and respect.
This program is a great fit for students who enjoy working with animals and are interested in careers in veterinary care or animal science.
What You’ll Learn
- How to care for and handle animals safely
- How to give health exams and check animal behavior
- How animals grow and reproduce
- How to choose animals for farming or breeding
- Animal body systems and nutrition
- Basic skills used in veterinary clinics
- How animals are raised for food
- Ethical and current issues in agriculture
Hands-On Experience
Students get real experience caring for animals in the classroom. They practice handling, feeding, and doing health checks to prepare for jobs after graduation.
Certification
- Veterinary Assistant Certification
Employment Opportunities
Jobs you can get in senior year or right after graduation:
- Veterinary Assistant
Jobs that may need more training or college:
- Veterinary Technician
- Agribusiness Manager
- Agriscience Educator
- Animal Geneticist
- Animal Nutritionist
- Animal Reproduction Specialist
- Extension Educator
- Marine Biologist
- Wildlife Biologist
- Veterinarian
- Zoologist
- Animal Researcher
- Animal Processor
- Production Manager
- Artificial Insemination Technician
- Animal Breeder
Earning Potential Range:
Students in this field can earn between $15 and $27 an hour, depending on the role and experience.
Locations:
| School Emblem | School Name | Titles | Name(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
 |
HODGSON VOTECH HIGH SCHOOL | Instructor: | Stephanie LeNoir |