Frog Dissection 2022
Exotic Animals - Rockland BOCES 2022
Cat Care and Handling
Mercy College 2022
Oradell Animal Hospital

Rockland County 4-H Veterinary Science Career Exploration Program

What is the 4-H Veterinary Science Career Exploration Program?

The 4-H Veterinary Science Career Exploration Program gives high school students (grades 9-12) an opportunity to explore veterinary careers and develop skills with experienced animal professionals.

In this series, participants will:

  • Gain Insight into Veterinary Science Careers
  • Explore Animal Health and Behavior 
  • Develop Skills with Experienced Professionals

When/Where does the program meet?

Most sessions are held on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County (10 Patriot Hills Drive Stony Point, N.Y. 10980) from October to December.

2024 Program Schedule:

  • October 7: Cat Care & Handling
  • October 21: Equine Veterinary Care
  • October 30: Veterinary Technology / College Visit, Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry
  • November 4: Exotic Animal Care & Handling, Rockland BOCES, West Nyack
  • November 18: Anatomy & Physiology / Owl Pellet Dissection
  • November 25: Oradell Animal Hospital Tour, Paramus, NJ
  • December 2: 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Case Studies in Veterinary Medicine / Snake & Frog Dissection
  • December 9: A "Day in the Life" of a Veterinarian / Education Considerations and Critical Thinking
  • December 16: Snow Date

Fee: 

$150

Register for 4-H Veterinary Science Class of 2024!

Last updated September 4, 2024