Skip to main content
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on November 7, 2025 from 3:45-7:30 PM. Please click HERE to schedule. 
Voice Recognition
X

Veterinary Science

Veterinary Science

You will be exposed to all aspects of veterinary care. Our veterinary clinic is equipped with the same tools found in professional veterinary practices, giving you practical, real-world training. Prepare for the demands of veterinary care with a rigorous science curriculum that integrates hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools, and critical skill development for real-world success. During lab sessions, you’ll develop and refine your patient care techniques. As part of a close-knit hospital team, you’ll learn the importance of teamwork while consistently fine tuning key employability skills including attendance, communication, reliability, and professionalism.

Veterinary Science Video

What Am I Learning?

  • Animal anatomy & physiology
  • Medical terminology
  • Animal science & technology
  • Veterinary science

Entry Level Career Opportunities

  • Veterinary aide
  • Veterinary assistant

Advanced Career Opportunities

  • Veterinarian (DVM)
  • Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Industry Certifications & Credentials

  • OSHA 10 Safety
  • IDEXX
  • Purina Nutrition
  • Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification
  • Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification
  • AVMA PLIT Safety Training

College Connections

  • Clark State Community College ($3000 Tech Prep Scholarship)
  • Sinclair Community College ($3000 Tech Prep Scholarship)
  • Edison State College

Experiential & Work-based Learning

  • Complete physical exams, diagnostic testing, and prescription filling on actual patients during junior year
  • Support the Veterinarian in surgery during senior year
  • Develop a Producer’s Management Guide for a livestock species
  • On the job placement opportunities during senior year
  • Career Technical Student Organization: Future Farmers of America (FFA)

OhioMeansJobs Salary Projections (Ohio Average Yearly Pay)

  • Veterinary technician: $30,190 - $38,170  
  • Veterinary assistant: $24,660 - $30,230
  • Animal caretaker: $22,310 - $28,780 
  • Veterinarian: $65,600 - $107,600

Contact Teacher

Contact Dr. Kelly Rickabaugh at [email protected]
© 2024. Greene County Career Center. All Rights Reserved.