Johnson College’s Veterinary Technology Program recently welcomed a guest lecturer to campus. Over sixty students, faculty, and staff members attended the presentation.
Erick Hiott, LVT works with Ceva Animal Health, LLC, a company that provides a wide range of animal health care products. His presentation dealt with ectoparasites, which are parasites that live on the outside of its host, and complemented the Veterinary Technology Program’s Parasitology course.
“It was great to have Mr. Hiott present to our students,” stated Rosemary Cook, CVT, Ph.D., Veterinary Technology Program Chairperson, “Additionally, students had an opportunity to see what other career paths they could pursue with their degree besides entering private practice.”
Johnson College’s Veterinary Technology Program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and prepares students to be Veterinary Technicians. To learn more, visit www.johnson.edu or call 1-800-2WE-WORK.
From left to right: Erick Hiott, LVT, Ceva Animal Health, LLC; Rosemary Cook, CVT, Ph.D., Veterinary Technology Program Chairperson; Stephanie Pherreigo ’11 with Vito, Old Forge; Lauren Elmore ’12, Honesdale; Jamie Campbell, Ceva Animal Health, LLC
Most veterinary tech schools offer financial assistance to qualifying students. Financial aid is usually offered in the form of loans.