“When I have lab and I’m working with the animals…that’s it. That’s
my high.”
—Samantha Derrick – Brooklyn
Second year student
Veterinary Services Management BT prepares students for careers in: | ||
| • Veterinary hospital management • Research facility management • Diagnostic laboratory management |
• Animal shelter management • Herd health management • Zoo management | |
That’s My SUNY Canton: This is one of the few management programs in the country with a special emphasis in veterinary management as opposed to general management.
Links
Visit the Newell Veterinary Science Technology Building
Course Descriptions
Veterinary Science Technology—AAS
Schools
School of Business & Public Service
Canino School of Engineering Technology
School of Science, Health & Professional Studies
Veterinary Services Management ~ BT
Unique: Two aspects that differentiate this program from others:
- It can be completed entirely online
- It progresses from the two-year Veterinary Science Technology degree offered right here at SUNY Canton.
Hands-on training: The hands-on aspect of this program consists of a 12-week internship in a practice management setting at the culmination of the program. There is also a significant amount of hands-on training in the first two years of this four-year program.
Online Convenience: The final two-years of this four-year program is available online. Some of the courses are also available on campus for those students who prefer to take them on campus.
Well-rounded curriculum: Students take courses in business, accounting, mathematics, health services management, and veterinary services management. Interesting courses include:
- Veterinary Hospital Management I & II
- Issues & Perspectives in Veterinary Medicine
- Internship for Veterinary Services Management
Certified
Success: Graduates of this program fulfill the educational requirements for certification as a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager.
Interesting Links & Related Organizations:
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): The professional organization for veterinarians (DVMs)
- The professional organization for Veterinary Practice Managers - the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association(VHMA). The VHMA certifies CVPMs (Certified Veterinary Practice Managers).
- Following completion of the two-year Veterinary Science Technology degree, students can join the professional organization for veterinary technicians called the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA).
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