Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
What they do
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.
Tasks they perform
Also known as
Relevant Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Animal Science
by University of Zululand
Bachelor of Health Science in Veterinary Technology
by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
by University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing
by University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Veterinary Science Honours
by University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Science Honours in Zoology
by Nelson Mandela University
Advanced Diploma in Animal Health
by University of South Africa
Bachelor of Science in Pest Management
by Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Science Honours
by Stellenbosch University
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