Changing Careers
Animal Groomer to Veterinarian
Considering a Change & Developing a Plan
Considering:
- Determine why you want to change jobs, and if it is fixable.
* In this case, I really do like my job, but I want to go on to better things.
* In this case, I want to make a small one.
- If your change is going to be based on what you're already doing, narrow down your options.
* I could either be an animal caretaker/kennel keeper, veterinarian, or a vet tech.
- Make your final decision.
* I want to become a veterinarian.
Developing:
- Determine if you have to go back to college.
* In this case, I would have to.
- Determine how long it would take to finish school and when you could begin your first job.
* I would need to earn our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), which takes 4 years to complete. After this, I would have to pass the North American Veterinary Licensing Exam (NAVLE)
Making the Change & Beginning the Journey
- Finish College and pass the NAVLE.
* This would be four years later, and maybe a few more months depending on how long you take to actually go take your exam.
- Quit your current job, and explain that you found something new.
* I would want to make sure I did not trash talk the company I was working for, and tell them two weeks in advance.
The Journey:
- Begin enjoying your new life. You will feel accomplished and happier.
Resources
"Study.com -." Study.com. Web. 2 Dec. 2015.
"Waukesha Dog Grooming, Nail Trimming, and Ear Cleaning Services." Waukesha Dog Grooming. Web. 2 Dec. 2015.