<p>For me to go into the veterinary or vet technician field even though I'm horrible at math and science? Or would I not stand a chance against others who are better than me in those subject areas? </p>
<p>Also, is it true that you can major in anything and still get into vet school, as long as you've also taken the recommended courses needed to get into vet school?</p>
<p>Can you qualify your statement “I’m horrible at math and science” ? Do your grades and test scores reflect this? I’m afraid a strong back ground in the sciences is considered a given for anyone applying to vet school, and I don’t know if you would be happy in your studies if you are uncomfortable with your skill levels in math and science.</p>
<p>What sparked your interest in the veterinary field? Have you volunteered or interned at a local clinic? I think many people romanticize veterinary work, so hands on experience can be a real eye opener.</p>
<p>Keep in mind that vet school admission is very, very competitive. Check out the requirements for a school near, take stock of your skills and goals, and talk to people in the field - vets are a great source of advice!</p>
<p>(ugh, I typed out a long reply to this, but my school’s internet explorer browser connection blew out on me and made me lose what I just typed. Gonna see if I can remember what I typed out)</p>
<p>Well, with math, it’s something that I’ve struggled with since I was a child. While my sister was able to understand math better than me, I was struggling to understand them. Even though our mom bought us tons of math books to practice math problems from and drilled us in math, I still wasn’t able to grasp the concept of math. I had to repeat Algebra 1 in high school because I failed it the previous year when I was a sophomore (although my homework scores was 100%, I still failed the class because homework was only 20% of the class grade. Whether we passed or failed was determined by whether we passed all our tests or not. I failed all my tests despite doing my homework every night), and when I finally passed it, I passed with a C. And then once again when I entered college, I was placed into an Algebra 1 class again due to my math assessment results that determined which math level new students should be placed in. Passed the class with again, a C. Then came Algebra 2. Did the homework and everything, but still failed the class the first two times I took it because I flunked my tests and finals. It wasn’t until I repeated the class a third time that I was able to finally just barely pass with a C. I’ve never gotten a grade higher than a C in math before. </p>
<p>As for science, the only science courses I’ve ever gotten an A or B in was my Life Sciences, Consumer Chemistry (which is very basic chemistry without all the stoichiometry, molar mass, molarity/molality, and other stuff you learn in a regular chemistry courses), and Principle of Biology courses. The first two courses I listed took place during high school. The latter was during my first year in college. I failed my Chemistry course last semester, because I had trouble understanding the concepts and applying them as well as remembering all the formulas and rules thrown at me, especially ones that ask how to find the Empirical and Molecular Formulas. </p>
<p>My interest in the veterinary field was sparked from watching shows on Animal Planet such as Animal Cops and Animal Precinct, reading the Animal Ark children’s book series, and from my childhood career interest. I have previously volunteered at an animal shelter before, and I’ve owned a few pets of my own when I was little. I’m planning on taking an Animal Healthcare Internship ROP class sometime in the future (can’t right now because their class takes place Mondays through Thursday from 4-7pm, and it conflicts with my Monday/Wednesday writing class). I heard that upon successful completion of the Animal ROP course, students go intern at a vet hospital or clinic.</p>
<p>The internship sounds like a great idea. When my D interned at a vet clinic during the summer she would come home beaming as she described giving shots, helping with stitches, lancing abscesses, and watching surgeries. The enthusiasm with which she gave me a play by play of the removal of a cat’s eye mad me realize she had found her calling. </p>
<p>The folks running your internship will be far better than I at answering your questions about the job and the requirements, but again, a strong science background is a must -especially biology and chemistry. You might contact a vet school admissions dept and ask for a realistic assessment of your options based on your undergraduate work so far.</p>
<p>I hope you are enjoying your college experience and wish you the best.</p>