Veterinary Tech Training

Are interested in Veterinary Tech training? If you are, consider training with ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ (MCC). You’ll get hands-on training with REAL animals and also get one-on-one time with instructors since class sizes are kept intentionally small. Plus, MCC is accredited by the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association). With MCC, you can finish your training and begin working as a vet tech in less than 2 years! At MCC, you’ll learn how to become a professional vet tech. You’ll learn how to perform laboratory testing by taking samples (for example drawing blood) and documenting the final results. You’ll also learn

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Some animals are at risk during the COVID-19 outbreak

As thousands are laid off during the COVID-19 outbreak and households struggle to pay for essential needs, many animals are in danger of suffering. During times of economic hardship, pet owners are often forced to surrender their beloved companions when their financial distress exceeds their ability to afford the cost of caring for them. The public health crisis taking place right now will have a ripple effect on animals in need due to increased poverty now and in the months and years ahead. Shelters and rescue groups then struggle to absorb the influx of animals entering their facilities and overcome

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How can I start working with animals?

For many of us in Milwaukee, animals are not just our friends, they are our heroes. Whether they are helping the blind, deaf, protecting a sleeping family, or simply providing a nice welcome home at the end of a hard day, animals have the ability to make a real difference in our lives. However, sometimes our animal friends need help. We have an answer as to how you can start working with animals. There are so many animals out there that are injured, orphaned, or otherwise in need of human intervention. The Milwaukee community needs trained professionals to help heal

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Melinda Wilkes Scholarship Winner: Lauren Ponga

Congratulations to Lauren Ponga of the Veterinary Technician program. She is the recipient of the September 2019 Melinda Wilkes Scholarship Award! The scholarship is based on demonstrated scholastic achievement and potential for success in the students chosen field of work.

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5 Things to Know About Being a Vet Tech

Becoming a veterinary technician opens doors to one of healthcare’s fastest-growing career paths. Jobs for veterinary technicians will grow more than 20 percent over the next ten years—three times faster than the average for all professions surveyed. Whether you’re considering your first career or ready for a change, vet techs make a real difference in animal care every single day. This guide covers the essential information you need about job responsibilities, training requirements, and the diverse opportunities waiting in this rewarding field. Let’s explore what makes veterinary technology such an appealing career choice! #1 Veterinary Technician Jobs Are in High

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Why become a Veterinary Assistant?

If you love animals and you also love caring for and healing animals, then becoming a veterinary assistant might be just the job for you. Every day, veterinary assistants are making a difference in the lives of animals. Just this month, a story about an abandoned dog in Mississippi touched the hearts of animal lovers everywhere. The 4-month-old puppy, dubbed La-Z-Boy Gatson, was found abandoned on a dumped recliner on a remote road in Mississippi. The dog was in dire health and was literally dying of starvation. However, the poor pup was brought back to health by the veterinary staff

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