New Fact Sheet: New World screwworm

While it’s been decades since the New World screwworm has been in Texas, it’s top of mind for many. Read the updated fact sheet from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts for key information.

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Veterinary Medicine

We offer veterinary medicine information through programs, educational materials and publications. The Veterinary Science Certificate Program provides students with the knowledge, motivation, and hands-on skills necessary to pursue their educational career goals while the related educational materials serve as great resources for science-based veterinary health information.

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Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

The Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, includes four diagnostic laboratories serving veterinarians, livestock producers and government agencies.

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

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Veterinary Medicine

Publications

Publication

This booklet contains the goals and objectives for the lessons in the book, Veterinary Science: Preparatory Training for the Veterinary Assistant.

Publication

Veterinary Science Career Development Events student workbook helps students prepare for a veterinary science contest. This publication includes breeds, organs, parasites and instruments.

Publication

A supplement to Veterinary Science: Preparatory Training for the Veterinary Assistant, this book will introduce students to the exciting field of laboratory science and technology.

All Veterinary Medicine Publications

Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
Program

The Veterinary Science Curriculum offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is designed to provide students a solid base in veterinary science so they may make informed decisions about pursuing a career in the veterinary field.

Program

Livestock veterinary entomology is the evaluation and understanding of ectoparasites that bite and feed on livestock and companion animals, affecting animals’ thriftiness, behavior, and lifestyle.

Program

Agricultural Safety and Health Program addresses farm machinery safety, safe handling of agrochemicals, and topics related to safety in farm, ranch, and rural settings.  

All Veterinary Medicine Programs

Courses

Course

This course is the first of four sections of the full Veterinary Science: Independent Study Curriculum. It contains the first 6 chapters.

Course

This course is designed for teachers, leaders, and parents to assist student learning for the Veterinary Science Certificate Program.

Course

This course is designed for independent student learning and administered by VSCP Program Staff. Students enroll and complete 100 lesson modules at their own pace.

All Veterinary Medicine Courses

Veterinary Science Certificate Program

The VSCP is a nationally recognized program designed for students interested in becoming veterinary assistants.

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