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Veterinary Career Youth Apprenticeship

Veterinary Career Youth Apprenticeship

Pre-Apprenticeship (High School)
High School Programs
  • Animal Science II
  • Veterinary Assisting (AA 41)
Certifications
  • Certified Veterinary Assistant
On-the-Job Learning
  • 300 hours WBL pre-apprenticeship & complete compentencies required for Vet Assisting Certification
High School Graduation
Apprenticeship (College)
Paid On-the-Job Learning
  • Students will be paid to work within the scope of credentials that they have earned, including Vet Assistant or any other certifications they obtain while apprenticing
  • Minimum 2000 hours paid work
Related Instruction
  • Associates in Veterinary Medical Technology
Program Completion
  • High school degree and associate's degree
Complete

Options for Students Who Complete Youth Apprenticeship

Full Time Employment

Youth apprentices can start careers with valuable industry knowledge and experience.

Full-time Education

Youth apprentices can enroll full-time at postsecondary institutions to build on their college credits.

Employment & Education

Youth apprentices can continue working and enroll in college courses to complete a degree.

Learn more about

Veterinary Assistants

Veterinary Techs


For more information, contact Elizabeth Standafer, Career Development and Work-based Learning Consultant at the Office of Career and Technical Education, at Elizabeth.Standafer@dpi.nc.gov.

Partners

NCBCE
NC Governor Roy Cooper
NC Department of Public Instruction
NC Community College System
NC Department of Commerce
NCWorks
Apprenticeship NC
LEAD NC
Charlotte Executive Leadership Council
PAYA