Shelton State Community College
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Veterinary Technician Shelton State Community College offers a Veterinary Technician program (VTP) through a linkage program in cooperation with Jefferson State Community College (JSCC) in Birmingham, Alabama. Students complete academic coursework at Shelton State Community College and then apply for admission to the professional phase of the program which is offered at Jefferson State Community College. The Veterinary Technician program at Jefferson State is taught online and clinical application is conducted in approved veterinary hospitals and/or facilities. Interested students should submit an application for admission to Jefferson State as soon as they begin classes at Shelton State Community College. The VTP also requires a separate application. Acceptance to the program is through Jefferson State. Application to Jefferson State Allied Health Program Veterinary Technician (AAS)
and the VTP program at Jefferson State does not guarantee admission to the VTP. Class size is limited, and qualified students are ranked for admission based on a priority system which evaluates educational background, work experience, and references from veterinarians and educators. Students should contact the Jefferson State program advisor at 205.856.8551 or the program’s Web site at www.jeffstateonline.com/VetTech. The Veterinary Technician program at Jefferson State Community College is in the process of seeking accreditation by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Students should contact the Shelton State Community College Linkage Coordinator, 205.391.2959, for more information about academic coursework available at Shelton State Community College.
ACT Score Required N/A
Respiratory Therapist Program Shelton State Community College is in the process of developing a new Respiratory Therapist Program. The goal is to admit students to the new program in Fall 2010. Students interested in seeking admission to the new program Fall 2010 should review the following information: Students seeking more information about the Respiratory Program at Shelton State should contact the Respiratory Therapist Program Director, 205.391.2629.
Beginning Semester Fall/Spring
Length of Study at JSCC 5 Semesters
Students may also take the general education course requirements and transfer to linkage colleges in the Alabama College System. Respiratory Therapist Programs are currently offered at Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama (www.wallace.edu or contact the program director, 334.556.2291) and Wallace State Community College in Hanceville, Alabama (www.wallacestate.edu) or contact the program director, 256.352.8310). Visit these Web sites or contact their directors for additional information.
PROPOSED GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS Credit Hours BIO 201* Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 ENG 101 English Composition I 3 MTH 100 College Algebra or higher 3 ORI 101 Orientation to College 1 PSY200 General Psychology 3 SPH 106, 107 or 116 Speech 3 CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications 3 Total General Education Credits 24 * Prerequisite: BIO 103 or satisfactory placement on the Alabama Commuity College System Biology Placement Exam Note: Information about the proposed Respiratory Therapist Program may change without prior notice.