Where can you find information?

Department History

 _{Professional Grooming and Animal Care (formally}

Pet Grooming) began in 2002.

 _{Veterinary Assistant program was added in 2004}

to the newly formed Animal Studies department.

 _{Moved into the newly built Northwest Campus}

building in 2009.

 _{Veterinary Technology Phase 1 agreement with}

TCTC began in the summer of 2010.

 _{Animal Studies building built in 2011. This houses}

the Vet Tech program and the grooming lab facilities.

Where can you find information?

 _{The college website: www.gvltec.edu}

 _{Department website: www.gvltec.edu/animal_studies}  _{Information and Directory: 250-8000}

 _{Department Head: 250-3621}

 _{Student Housing: www.gtechhousing.com or 298-0716}  _{Financial Aid: www.gvltec.edu/financial_aid}

The policies in this Career Talk, including tuition and fees, are based on current conditions and figures and are subject to change without notice. The college

Our Vision

Greenville Technical College’s vision is to be the best

community and technical college for students seeking

career and educational opportunities.

Our Mission

Greenville Technical College drives personal and economic

Welcome

Professional Grooming and Animal Care

Veterinary Assistant

Animal Studies Department Goal

The goal of the Animal Studies department is to provide quality education for our students.

Professional Grooming and Animal Care

The Professional Grooming and Animal Care program strives to teach students how to respectfully care for and groom pets while providing quality care, showing

compassion, integrity, and continuing to further their education throughout their career.

Veterinary Assistant

The Veterinary Assistant program’s goal is to educate students in the veterinary field in order to properly assist veterinarians as well as to be loyal to the welfare

of animals by providing excellent care, alleviating animal suffering, and educating the community. In

addition, to devote their self to a commitment of lifelong learning and progress to become a competent

Professional Grooming

and Animal Care

This program trains students in the art of pet grooming. Graduates gain employment in retail grooming salons as well as starting their own grooming

Professional Grooming

and Animal Care

Enjoy a career that allows flexibility!

 _{A career working with animals.}  _{Great for “second career” seekers.}  The industry is rapidly growing!

 _{Groomers take grooming to “the next level” in}

competitions and creative grooming.

 This is an artistic craft.

There are many opportunities available to the graduate:  Retail grooming  Self Employed  _Mobile  _{Home based}  Veterinary office  Shelters/Humane Societies

Wages of Groomers

 _{Full charge groomer}  _{Assistant groomer}  _{Bather/brusher}

 _{Grooming business}  _{Salon owner (net)}  _{Home business}  _{Home-based groomer} $25,000 - $35,000 $20,000 - $25,000 $15,000 - $20,000 $100,000 - $150,000 $50,000 - $75,000 $50,000 - $75,000 $30,000 - $40,000

Average of 5-7 dogs/cats groomed per day. Average work week of 5 days. Average age of groomer was 36-45 years old.

Industry Pros and Cons

 _{Working with animals}  _{Flexible hours}

 _{Business ownership}  _{Industry with proven}

record of growth

 _{Ability for growth within}

the industry & business

 _{There are more four}

legged customers than groomers!

 _{Risk of being bitten}  _{Physically demanding}

 _{Owning a business can be}

difficult

 _{Risk of business failure}  _{Business owners face lack}

of insurance coverage

Program Basics



_{1 year certificate program}

_{26 credit hour program}

_{Supplies to purchase}



_{Program qualifies for financial aid}

_{Lottery money is available}



_{Day classes are only offered at this time}

_{At least 1 course offered online}

Learn how to accomplish this!

Before

After

Before

Veterinary Assistant Program

Trains students to assist a technologist and veterinarian in a medical setting.

Graduates obtain job opportunities in veterinary offices, hospitals, specialty offices, and shelters.

Veterinary Assistant

• Those that enjoy medical setting.

• Enjoy working with animals.

• Numerous career opportunity settings available to graduates.

• Industry of veterinary medicine is growing and the need for trained assistants is strong.

• Assistant’s duties may vary depending upon veterinarian, assistant’s skill level, and

practice size.

• Graduates can choose whether to work at a practice that specializes in small breeds, farm animals, exotics, wildlife, or specialty

medicine.

• There is the ability to grow within the industry.

Veterinary Assistant Pros and Cons

 _{Working with animals}

 _{Enjoyment in the medical}

setting

 _{Variety of opportunities}

within the industry

 _{Room for growth}

 _{Ability to be a part of}

saving animal’s lives

 _{Ability to educate clients}

in animal care

 _{Can be emotionally}

challenging

 _{Risks of being bitten}

 _{Risks of disease in working}

with animals

 _{Possible long hours}  _{Physically demanding}  _{Environment can be}

stressful

Average Wages of Assistants



_{$17,134 - $ 37,979 per year}



_{Average median wage $27,245 in the US}



_{Variables in salary include office size, location,}

skill of person, education, and years of

experience.

Program Basics



_{2 semester program (begin in Fall)}



_{3 semester program (begin in Spring)}

_{Obtain certificate upon graduation}

_{23 credit hour program}



_{Minimal supply costs}



_{Gain hands on experience}



_{Day classes are only offered at this time}

_{At least 1 course offered online}

Pre-veterinary

technology

This is Phase 1 of Tri County Technical College’s Veterinary

Technology program.

Phase 1 is the first year in this associate degree program.

Veterinary Technology Phase I

• A challenging career working with animals.

• Appeals to those interested in the veterinary medical field.

• _{Graduates continue their education and}

complete Phase 2 at TCTC.

• After completion of Phase 1 and 2 graduates are expected to take state and national licensing exams. Successful completion of licensing exams provides title of LVT.

• LVT enjoy careers within veterinary offices, hospitals, specialty practices, shelters, wildlife sanctuaries, zoos, farms and research labs.

• _{This is a growing industry and the need}

Salary Expectations



_{Dependant upon level of education, experience,}

size and location of business



_{“One of the top 20 fastest growing occupations}

where education makes a difference”



_{Average salary $20,000 - $38,000 (AS degree)}

_{Average salary $33,000 - $42,500 (BS degree)}

Veterinary Technology Phase I Basics



_{Phase 1 is 2 semesters (core classes)}

_{Phase 1 is part of the TCTC Veterinary}

Technology associate degree program.



_{Phase 1 consists of 41 credit hours.}



_{Offered full time, day only at this time.}

_{Admission is determined by weighted}

admission (competitive entry).



_{Physically and academically demanding}

Important: Start Date!

• _{Per the AVMA requirements, students must complete the}

Associate’s degree in 3 years if they are a full time student and in 4 ½ years if they are a part time student.

• _{Part time or full time status is determined by Tri-County}

Technical College once students begin Phase 2.

• _{Courses with the VET synonym within the Associate’s}

degree, including pre-requisites, are calculated into these timeframes.

• _{You have established your official start date once enrolled}

What’s the difference between an

assistant and a technician?

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician

• No requirements of education

• No licensing

• Duties performed

• Assists the LVT and Vet

• Kennel work

• Clerical work

• Assist in handling animals

• Feed and exercise animals

• Clean and set up equipment

• Career opportunities

• Associate or Bachelor degree

• State and national licensing exam

• Specialty credentials

• Career opportunities

• Duties performed

• Works under Veterinarian

• Assist in surgery

• Set up anesthesia

• Obtain & record patient history

• Perform initial physical exam

College and Health Sciences/Nursing Division

Policies



_{Criminal background check}

_{Drug screening}

_{Immunizations}

_{Dismissal/Readmittance}

_{Social Networking}

_{Academic Honesty}

Department Policies

 _Attendance

 _{Cell phone and technology}  _{Testing and Examinations}  _Pets

 _Pregnancy

 _{Professional Behavior}  _{Required paperwork}

Policies are located in the Student Handbook located in your Blackboard courses once registered.

Dress Code and Uniform Policies

 _{Dress code consisting of}

program specific scrubs.

 _{Labs may require additional}

guidelines for footwear, jewelry, hair, fingernail length, and general

professional appearance.

 _{Dress code includes policy}

Prospective student…..what’s next?

 _{Career Talk packet contains}

information on all three programs.

 _{Packet also contains contact}

information by program.

 _{Review packet as well as}

department website.

 _{Contact us with any program}

specific questions.

 _{Contact Admissions at 250-8000 to}

start or complete your admissions process.

 Advisors in Room 100 of the Northwest Campus can also help with Admissions.