Vet science: A peek into CTE

By Maritza Ramos

One of the many programs at CTE is veterinary science. It’s often overlooked by others and maybe even thought of as less than the other programs. Many assume they have a class with dogs and it’s all fun and games but it is much more than that.

The opportunities that this program offers are very unique and it stands out from the rest of the programs at CTE.

The program is separated into two years. Students would normally start their junior year to take full advantage of it. The first year shows all the basic terminology that is used in a typical veterinary clinic. In addition, students get the experience of working with animals and clients, just like at an actual veterinary clinic or hospital.

“My favorite thing would be just be to participate in the science lab and help the dogs

in any way I can,” Isabella Awitan, a current first year student in the program, said.

One of the many things the students get to do in the canine corner is interact with real clients. Customers call to make appointments with them so their pets get to pay them a visit to vet science and get any of their needs taken care of.

Being in any program at the CTE center helps to prepare the students for the career they choose to take but one unique aspect of the veterinary science program is that the student graduates with their high school diploma and their veterinary assistant certification on top of that.

“I think the program would give me a head start in my career path, while some people would be barely starting with certification,” Sofia Alcala said.