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Pathway: Science Technology
Job: Veterinary Technician
Job Description
Veterinary Technicians help with routine laboratory and clinical procedures for animals. They often supervise the care and handling of animals and work under the direct supervision of a veterinarian.
Necessary Education
Associate Degree
Helpful High School Courses
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Applications
Working Conditions
- Work a regular work week with some evening and weekend hours
- Usually work indoors, though may work outdoors depending on the animal
- Work may be physically and emotionally demanding
- Work setting may be noisy
- Work often involves kneeling, crawling and repeated bending
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$24,480
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wage,
$11.77
Career Ladder Information
- The first step on the ladder would be veterinarian assistant or animal caretaker, requiring no college
- The second step is the technician requiring an Associate Degree
- The most advanced step is the veterinarian requiring a Medical Degree in veterinary science
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Enjoy working with animals
- Have a calm and patient manner
- Enjoy working with hands and mind
- Desire to be part of a team
Did you know?
- Veterinarian assistants may work in veterinary hospitals, boarding kennels, animal shelters, aquariums, zoos or research labs.
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