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Applied Engineering, Agriculture, & Skilled Trades

Horticulture Technology

ANIMAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE  |  DIPLOMA  |  CERTIFICATE

The Animal Care & Management technology curriculum is designed to provide students with the opportunity to acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for employment in the animal care industry.

Animal Care and Management Technology trains students to supervise and care for animals in veterinary clinics, zoos, animal shelters and farms.

 

Course work includes instruction designed to educate students in the basic sciences pertinent to animal work, including legal aspects, basic management skills needed to work with both people and animals, and hands-on skills necessary for safety and health.

Graduates of this program should be able to:

  • Describe the basic nutritional requirements for most domestic, agricultural and exotic animals.
  • Demonstrate professional in their appearance, punctuality, preparedness, dependability, reliability, and work ethic.
  • Demonstrate facility protocol paying particular attention to details of cleaning, disinfecting and animal welfare.
  • Identify common or potential disease symptoms and their risk in an animal facility.
  • Demonstrate handling & restraint skills of agricultural animals, small exotic animals, and dogs/cats.

 

Questions? Contact Us.

Justin Pedley
Department Head
Veterinary Medical Technology; Animal Care and Management Technology
jjpedley391@alamancecc.edu
336-506-4185

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