Below are the requirements to apply to Jefferson State Vet-Tech Program. Jefferson State Community College is the only accredited program in the state of Alabama. People will drive hours to make it to orientations and when asked. I hope that wherever you’re from, that they provide you with a clear outline as this one. It may seem like a lot, but it can be done. I took all the basic required courses close to home. I put in bold the route I took.
Vet Tech General Education Requirements
BIO 103: Principles of Biology 1; 4 hours
ENG 101: English Composition 1; 3 hours
MTH 116: Mathematical Applications; 3 hours
MTH 116: preferred but any MTH 100 or above will be accepted
CIS 146: Basic Computer Elective; 3 hours
CIS 146 preferred but any 3 hour computer elective will be accepted
Social and Behavioral Science Elective; 3 hours
PSY 200: General Psychology is preferred but any ASOC 3 hour elective accepted
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective: 3 hours
SPH 107 or SPH 106 (public speaking/ oral communications class); 3 hours
ENG 102: English Composition II; 3 hours may be substituted for the 3 hour Speech Elective
Applicants can have no less than a grade of “C” on any required general education courses.
The additional admissions requirements are just as important. I went from volunteering at a clinic every Friday since May 2016 through December that year. I made the leap to becoming a full-time employee that same December because I wanted more responsibilities at the clinic. I worked hard and cleaned every mess in front of me, but as a volunteer there’s a hesitation in allowing me to care for the animals. I couldn't aid in treatments, radiology, and other tasks involving the patient’s care. I was hesitant about big change, but now I’m able to learn so much even before school starts.
Additional Admissions Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of 360 hours of practical experience prior to the term in which they are applying to start the Veterinary Technology Program. Practical experience must be under the supervision of a veterinarian in either a volunteer or paid capacity.
Applicants must apply and be admitted to Jefferson State Community College or currently enrolled students must be in good standing with the college.
Applicants must apply to the Veterinary Technology Program by deadlines found on the website.
Veterinary Technology applications should be accompanied by two letters of recommendation (one of these letters must be from a veterinarian).
Applicants must provide proof of health insurance.
Applicants meeting all Admissions Criteria will be invited for an interview with the Program Admissions Committee shortly after the Application Deadline. Interviews are held on the Jefferson State Community College Main Campus
Accepted students are required to attend a mandatory orientation for Veterinary Technology. Orientation is held on the Jefferson State Community College Main Campus
Accepted students are required to work or volunteer at an approved veterinary clinic 20 hours per week while enrolled in the program
