Veterinarian
Veterinarians take care of animals. They treat sick or injured animals by giving medication, setting bones, or performing surgery. Most vets work in offices or hospitals. Some travel to farms or work in labs or zoos.
What knowledge and skills do they need?
Veterinarians need:
- To be able to communicate with people and animals
- Excellent decision-making skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Empathy for patients
- To be detail-oriented
What education do they need?
A veterinarian requires a doctoral degree, which can take 8-10 years. Many vets choose a bachelor’s degree in biology or physical science, which usually takes four years. Then, they start their veterinary medicine program. Vets also need to take an exam to get their veterinarian license.
What technology do they use?
Veterinarians use technical equipment like X-rays, ultrasounds, and MRI technology to care for animals. They also use computers for entering data.
What is the job outlook?
There will be job opportunities for veterinarians in the future because many people have pets.
