How do you become a veterinarian?
- Step one: Complete undergraduate courses in order to receive a bachelor of science degree, including pre-veterinary requirements such as chemistry, biochemistry and biology, at an accredited college or university.
- Step two: Pass an admittance test and receive admittance into veterinary school.
- Step three: Receive a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. This is typically a four-year postgraduate degree with a focus on anatomy and physiology, nutrition, pharmacology, animal science and more.
- Step four: Pass a national licensure exam.
What is a licensed veterinary technician (LVT)?
LVT stands for licensed veterinary technician. In order to become an LVT, an individual must attend a college with an accredited program in veterinary technology and receive an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Course work includes biology; microbiology; chemistry; anatomy and physiology; pathology; radiology; surgical and medical nursing; anesthesia; dentistry; and animal studies in companion, farm and laboratory animals. Upon completion of these studies, students are required to take a national and/or state exam, which enables them to obtain certification, registration and licensing. A technician works under the supervision of a veterinarian.
The following links have been provided for your convenience if you would like additional information about the education and training required in order to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine:
Licensed Veterinary Technician:
Delhi State University of New York
SUNY Canton
SUNY Ulster
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine:
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
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