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Certificate in Animal & Veterinary Sciences

Department of Agriculture

College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Certificate in Animal & Veterinary Sciences

Department of Agriculture

College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

On-Campus

Program

13 - 16 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Full-Time, In-State Tutition

$410 Per Credit Hour

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Prepare for a Career That Combines Your Love of Science and Animals

The certificate in animal and veterinary sciences offers courses in a wide spectrum of areas including nutrition, diseases, genetics, reproduction, anatomy and physiology, behavior, and welfare. Students completing the certificate will gain basic skills in animal management and husbandry for employment opportunities as animal caretakers, veterinary technicians/assistants, and animal science sales and services.

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Career Outlook

Increases in consumers’ pet-related spending, expanding treatment options, and a growing, aging pet population are expected to drive employment growth of veterinarians.

Veterinary medicine has advanced considerably. Today’s veterinarians are able to offer many services that are comparable to healthcare for humans, including more complicated procedures such as cancer treatments and kidney transplants.

Employment of veterinarians is projected to grow 20 percent from 2022 to 2032.

– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Careers in the animal science industry are plentiful and include options such as animal nutrition / feed industry, pharmaceuticals, food sciences, sales, research and development, extension, private consultants, geneticist, writer for animal related publication, USDA, FDA, EPA, and public health.

Job Titles Include:

  • Animal health inspector
  • Feed / nutrition sales or consultation
  • Livestock procurement

EKU animal science graduates work in a variety of settings and positions.

Employers Include:

  • Primate Rescue Center
  • Colorado State University (studying under Dr. Temple Grandin, Professor of Animal Science and world-renown expert on animal welfare).
  • Cat Ambassador Program at the Cincinnati Zoo

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Why EKU?

  • Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Hands-on, project-based learning at our top-tier facilities
  • Dynamic, supportive learning environment

Curriculum & Enrollment

In animal and veterinary sciences, students will receive hands on training in animal handling and research that will include opportunities to work directly with both large and small animals. The rigorous coursework will also prepare students to pursue advanced degrees in animal science, human medicine, biomedical science, biotechnology, genetics, nutrition, microbiology, reproduction, behavior, or any of the other basic sciences.

A minimum of 13-16 credits are required to graduate.

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Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
FallAugust 1August
SpringDecember 1January
SummerMay 1May

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit your materials noted below electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to our college enrollment counselor today.

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My degree provided me with the knowledge I needed to get a solid start to my career. I was able to get a job with the Kentucky Geological Survey within a few months of graduating and I am thrilled to be working for them. I also took the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology exam shortly after graduating and passed it on my first try.

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Richmond, KY 40475

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