St. Kitts Veterinary Experience

Location: St. Kitts and Nevis: Basseterre

Term: Summer

Dates: June 11 - July 5

Broadreach

http://www.gobroadreach.com

806 McCulloch Street, Suite 102 Raleigh, NC 27603 United States

Call Us

Phone: 888-833-1907 or 919-256-8200

Fax: 919-833-2129

Description

Join us for a veterinary medicine experience on St. Kitts and see what being a vet is all about: large and small animal medicine, husbandry, pathology and surgery -- in paradise. Broadreach College has teamed with the accredited Ross University Veterinary School on the island of St. Kitts. Here, each day blends academics, lab practice and field work. Learn to draw blood, apply sutures and perform diagnostic tests. Assist with local spay/neuter programs. Plus attend lectures on topics such as anatomy, immunology, diagnostics, pathology and animal nutrition. Class dismissed? Hit the beach to snorkel on vibrant coastal reefs or soak up the rich culture and natural beauty. After all, this is the Caribbean.

Highlights

* Earn 3 college Animal Science credits through Lesley University
* Gain hands-on experience in a veterinary training lab
* Experience a veterinary medicine practice in the tropics
* Hone suturing skills on state of the art prosthetics
* Build clinical competencies through innovative teaching methodologies
* Help protect and preserve the Caribbean ecosystem
* Visit 17th century Fort Brimstone
* Assist with sea turtle conservation

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Intern Types
  • Animal Sciences
Languages
  • English

Cost in US$:

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Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

  • Minimum 18 years old
  • High school Graduate
  • High school or college Biology
  • Minimum GPA: 2.90
  • Completed at least one semester at college or graduated high school over a year ago
This Program is open to

Worldwide Participant.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Group living

Application Process Involves
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time is
1-3 days
Year Founded

1993

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