Skip To Main Content

Schools Trigger

Weglot Trigger

Mobile CTAs

Header Right

Utility Container

Schools Trigger

container-btn weglot-trigger

Search Trigger

Search Container

Schools Nav

Pinned CTAs

Service Area: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
 

Career Pathway:
Veterinarian

A career in veterinary studies involves pursuing education in majors such as Veterinary Science or Animal Science, preparing individuals for roles as veterinarians who diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses in animals. Veterinarians may specialize in areas like small or large animal practice, exotic species, or research, addressing the diverse health needs of animals. This career pathway requires advanced education, potentially leading to veterinary school, and offers opportunities in private practice, research institutions, wildlife conservation, or public health.

Veterinarian working in a vet clinic on a dog

Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

Subject Area Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Credits
Career Pathway Electives
  • Introduction to FCS
  • AP Human Geography
  • Sociology 
  • Psychology 1, 2, & 3

Human Anatomy & Physiology

 AP Biology Elective credits
*English English 9 English 10/10H Language Arts Language Arts 4 years,
60 credits
*Math Math Class Math Class Math Class Math Class 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry.  
*Social Studies Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History.  
*Science Science Class Science Class Science Class Science Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology.  
CTE Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
Fine Arts Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
World Languages Electives Level 1 or Level 2 Level 2 or Level 3 Level 3, Level 4,
or AP		 Level 4, Level 5,
or AP		 Elective credits
*Physical Education Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 4 years,
20 credits
*Health See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. 1 trimester,
5 credits

*ICCSD partnership with CCA allows students to take Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources courses at Clear Creek Amana High School.

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

  • Entrepreneurship 

  • Future Career Readiness

  • World Languages 

  • Personal Wellness and Fitness

  • Current and Critical Health Issues 

  • Health

  • Personal Finance

  • Chemistry 

  • Personal Fitness and Group Activities

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

  • Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

  • FFA

  • 4H

Internship Experiences

Kirkwood Career Academy

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

  • Animal Behavioral Science

  • Zoology

  • Wildlife Biology

  • Comparative Anatomy

  • Biological Anthropology

  • Genetics

Future
Careers

  • Equine

  • Zoologist

  • Veterinarian

  • Food Quality Control

  • Veterinary Surgeon

  • Dentistry Specialist

Community Partnerships

  • Iowa City Animal Shelter

  • Iowa Farm Sanctuary

  • Iowa Humane Alliance

  • North Liberty Pet Clinic, PLC

  • Bright Eyes and Bushy Tails Veterinary Hospital

  • Petland

  • Eastside Pet Clinic