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Veterinary Science

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Explore the field of Veterinary Science and learn to provide patient management, care, and clinical procedures assistance to companion animals as part of our Class Pet veterinary clinic team. Expand your knowledge of species and animal welfare through off site clinicals and field trips.


Eligibility

Grade 11

Other Requirements

  • Beginning Veterinary Science Application
  • Sports Medicine, HCF or Anatomy & Physiology concurrently are strongly recommended

Things to Consider

  1. You must have the ability to lift 50 lbs.
  2. You must have the ability to stand for long periods of time.
  3. You must have no known allergies to animals or your allergies to animals are managed.
  4. Strong communication skills and compassion for pet owners are essential.
  5. You must have the ability to complete medical tasks like using needles and syringes.
  6. You must have the ability to safely handle urine, feces, saliva, blood, and other body fluids.

Direct Employment

  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Kennel Assistant
  • Receptionist
  • Pet Sitter
  • Grooming Assistant

Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training

  • Veterinary Technician
  • Animal Control Officer
  • Pet Groomer
  • Veterinarian
  • Veterinary Technician Specialist
  • Biologist
  • Zoo Keeper

Locations

JTED @ Amphi Land Lab

450 E. Wetmore Rd.

Schedule Availability

Year 1:

  • Mondays & Wednesdays 2:15 to 4:45 p.m. and one Saturday per month
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:15 to 4:45 p.m. and one Saturday per month
  • Mondays & Wednesdays 5 to 7:30 p.m. and one Saturday per month
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays 5 to 7:30 p.m. and one Saturday per month

Year 2 (earn two credits per year):

  • Mondays & Wednesdays 2 to 6 p.m. and one Saturday per month
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays 2 to 6 p.m. and one Saturday per month

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Program Completion/Sequence

Year 1

Animal Behavior & Handling, Client Communication, Hospital Safety, Medical Records, Animal Care Careers, Anatomy & Physiology, Animal Breeds, Class Pet Clinic Hours minimum 24 hours

Year 2

Advanced Client Communication & Reception, Laboratory Procedures, Pharmacy, Radiology, Surgery, experience in the Class Pet Medical Clinic, Off Site Clinicals, and Off Site Internship

Entrance Requirements for Year 2

Successful completion of Beginning Veterinary Science. To include:

  • Successful completion of OSHA-10 for Healthcare – Career Safe
  • Attendance: Absent no more than 16 hours per semester
  • Class Pet Clinic Hours: minimum 24 hours

Certification

  • Year 1:
    • OSHA-10 for General Industry (Veterinary)
    • Pet CPR
    • First Aid Training
    • Fear Free
  • Year 2
    • Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) Certificate

*Certifications available to students are dependent on teacher credentials*

Work Based Learning Requirements

Year 2:

  • Minimum of 100 clinical hours facilitated by JTED
  • Minimum 40 hour internship off site

Credits

  • Year 1:
    • 1 credit
  • Year 2:
    • 2 credits

Instructors

  • Audra Kelley

    Audra Kelly, CVT

    Veterinary Science Instructor
  • Brenna Simpson, CVT

    Veterinary Science Instructor
  • Cori Kwansy

    Veterinary Skills Trainer
  • Joanna Grijalva

    Joanna Grijalva, CVT

    Veterinary Science Program Manager

More Information

Supplies

  • Water resistant watch
  • Black or white athletic shoes
  • Stethoscope (Year 2)

Uniform

  • Black JTED scrubs
  • Black JTED scrub jacket

Class Pet

A JTED Vet Clinic

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Industry Partners

Pima Animal
Care Center

Humane Society of Southern Arizona

Continental Ranch
Pet Clinic

Dual Enrollment

  • Year 2:
    • VET 100 Introduction to Veterinary Technology (3 credits)

**Dual Enrollment Credits available to students are dependent on teacher credentials*

What is Dual Enrollment?

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