Turn Your Love of Animals into a Career with an Associate's in Veterinary Science

The field of veterinary science and animal care is growing rapidly. The Department of Labor predicts that the demand for veterinarians will drive a 35 percent increase in jobs through 2016. Veterinary assistants and technicians should also experience faster than average job growth. If you love animals and would like to dedicate your life to helping them, now is the time to train for a career in veterinary science.

The online associate's degree in veterinary science andanimal care, available through select universities, will provide you with an introduction to basic animal care. Online university courses are self-paced and convenient for working professionals. You can complete the associate's degree in two years while working a full-time job. A university veterinary science degree typically includes liberal arts and science courses as well as applied training in animal biology, animal nutrition, and animal physiology. Most online programs include a local clinical practicum to ensure that you build hands-on experience in veterinary care. With an associate's degree, you will be qualified to work as a veterinary technologist or technician, or as a veterinary assistant.