Veterinary Services Management - B. Tech.
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Veterinary Services Management Careers: This is one of the few management programs in the country with a special emphasis in veterinary management as opposed to general management. |
“When I have lab and I’m working with the animals…that’s it. That’s my high.”
—Samantha Derrick – Brooklyn
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).
Sophia C. Theodore, D.V.M., Program Director theodores@canton.edu
- Small animal practitioner
- 2001 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
- Teaches numerous courses within the program
- Coordinates internship for Veterinary Services Management
- Special interests: Practice management, shelter medicine, small animal population control, preventive medicine
- Contract veterinarian for Spay/Neuter/Now mobile spay/neuter and preventive care clinic
School of Science, Health & Public Service
Cook Hall 125
Phone: (315) 386-7401
Fax: (315) 386-7959