Course variations
| Study mode | Duration | Tuition fees | Start date | Venue |
| Full Time | Variable | $ 25,236 (US$ 25,236) a year | Contact provider |
College of Life Scie...
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Course summary
As the number of dogs, cats, and other small animals kept as companions increases each year, more and more people are seeking pet-related services. The specialization in small animal care prepares students to work in a thriving industry in a variety of occupations.
Program modules
AAS 228 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals, 4 cr., AAS 230 Small Animal Breeds and Behavior, 4 cr., AAS 231 Introduction to Animal Science, 4 cr., AAS 278 AAS Computer Applications, 1 cr., COM 209 Expository Writing and Reading, 4 cr., AAS 218 Careers in Small Animal Care, 1 cr., AAS 222 Small Animal Grooming, 2 cr., AAS 239 Fundamentals of Animal Health, 3 cr., AAS 242 AAS Introduction to Business, 2 cr., AAS 249 Small Animal Care Techniques, 2 cr., AAS Electives (Optional), 2-4 cr., COM 212 Technical Writing, 2 cr., MTH 202 Math II, 3 cr. AAS 235 Animal Nutrition, 3 cr., AAS 246 Animal Business Applications, 4 cr., AAS 297 Work Experience (summer), 0 cr., AAS Electives, 2-5 cr., AAS 279 Small Animal Care Practicum, 2 cr., SSCI 201 Human Relations, 4 cr., AAS 224 Small Animal Management, 4 cr., AAS 240 Animal Breeding, 3 cr., AAS 279 Small Animal Care Practicum, 2 cr., AAS Electives, 2-4 cr., SSCI Course, 2-4 cr. AAS Dairy and Equine classes, AAS 222 Small Animal Grooming, AAS 227 Small Animal Diseases, AAS 251 Human/Animal Bond, AAS 276 Introduction to Lab Animals, AAS 277 Lab Animal Practicum, ABM courses (permission required), ANSC 406 Careers in Animal Science, AAS 254 Animal Assisted Activities/Therapy.
Entry requirement for international students
Students should have proof of English language proficiency as determined by the results of the TOEFL or IELTS. Native English speakers do not need to submit test results. TOEFL scores must be sent directly from the College Board. Recommended minimum TOEFL score is 80 (internet version), 550 (paper version), 213 (computer version). IELTS scores must be sent directly from the testing agency. Recommended minimum IELTS score is 6.5.
University of New Hampshire accepts IELTS*
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Qualification
Associate degree
Awarding body
University Of New Hampshire
Department name
College of Life Sciences and Agriculture, Thompson School of Applied Science
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