Veterinarian

Hi Geydy,

Most students start with a 4 year undergraduate degree then they apply to veterinary college which will usually take another 4 years. Some classes required to apply to Vet school are math, chemistry, physics, biology, english, humanities, microbiology, and anatomy. Veterinary colleges have a competitive application process so you don't have to be the best at these but good grades are important. You will also need to work or volunteer at a veterinary clinic. Most animals came into my office with a human so learning to communicate with people is probably the most important thing I learned.

It may seem like a long time but your going to get 8 years older no matter what so you might as well follow your dreams! Search online for pre-vet requirements and check out different veterinary colleges in the United States and the Caribbean.

Hi Geydy! I’m sorry no one’s answered your question yet. We're working hard to get it answered by Professionals with the best insights, but in the meantime I've included a link to a relevant Q&A here on CareerVillage.org that should be super helpful for you to read through.

Julie asked: How many years to become a vet?, and one of the Pros who answered it said:

Students who want to be vets can get ready now by taking science classes and learning about animals. They also need to take English classes and practice speaking and writing so that they will be able to explain things to animal owners.

Veterinarians must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited veterinary college and a state license.

All veterinarians need to go to college first, which usually takes 4 years. Veterinary medical colleges typically require applicants to have taken many science classes, including biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, zoology, microbiology, and animal science. Most programs also require math, humanities, and social science courses. Many people also get experience by working at animal hospitals or shelters...

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