The University of Missouri has announced that it will be the first U.S. institution to offer an online master of public health program with an emphasis in veterinary medicine. Missouri already offers a successful residential version of the program, and is one of just four accredited schools offering the residential
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Purdue Joins Vet School Renovation Wars
Purdue University is the latest veterinary school to announce a multi-million dollar renovation of its teaching hospital. More than $37 million was earmarked this week by the state budget committee to replace the large animal teaching hospital and make other necessary improvements. The new 76,000 square foot large animal facility will
It’s Time to Celebrate National Vet Tech Week
This year’s edition of National Veterinary Technician Week runs from October 15-21, 2017. Vet Tech Week honors the important role that technicians play in providing quality veterinary care. Veterinary technology is one of the most growth oriented animal-related career paths. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that jobs for vet techs
Veterinary Labor Union Gains Momentum
The U.S. veterinary market can expect a push from an emerging veterinary labor union, according to a recent article published by VIN News. The grassroots organization, known as the National Veterinary Professionals Union, was started earlier this year. While dues have not yet been determined for members, the group is
USDA Offers Free Access to Online Veterinary Training
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) has announced that its training modules are now available to veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and even the general public. The courses are offered at no cost, and can be counted as continuing education credit hours for veterinary professionals. When you visit the
New AAHA Veterinary Practice Management Program Announced
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has announced the addition of an intermediate level CE program to its educational offerings. The Veterinary Management Series: Culture, HR, and Marketing program will offer 30 hours of CE credit over 3.5 days. The program will run from October 4-7, 2017 in Lakewood, Colorado. This
Average Salary for Veterinarians Hits New High
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has announced that the average annual salary for veterinarians was $100,560 in 2016—the first time that the average for this profession has crossed the six figure mark. That translates to approximately $48.34 per hour. While this is certainly good news for veterinarians, they do still
Free Forensic Veterinary Medicine & Animal Crime Scene Investigation Webinar
The AVMA’s Veterinary Career Center will host a free webinar focused on careers in veterinary forensic medicine and animal crime scene investigation. Dr. Melinda Merck, a leading forensic veterinarian and noted lecturer, will be the featured presenter. Dr. Merck assists with crime scene investigations involving both live and deceased animal
Proposed Vet School Denied Accreditation
The proposed 31st veterinary program in the U.S. was denied accreditation for a second time this week by the American Veterinary Medical Association. The University of Arizona had originally hoped to enroll a class of vet students last year, but the continued denial of accreditation will push the start date
