Occupational Expectations

Step 1
Describe the type of job you plan on pursuing post high school/college.
● Is there a possibility to increase your salary?
● What does the job market look like for this job? (look at unemployment rate)
● What job responsibilities would you like or expect to have?

Use the websites below to begin researching possible careers. Narrow it down to one possible career.
- US Dept. of Labor--BLS—What interests you?: ​ ​https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/students/careers/career-exploration.htm
- Collegboard.com Majors & Career Central: ​http://www.collegeboard.com/student/csearch/majors_careers/index.html

Job/Career Title: Equine Veterinary Technician

Your answers to the questions above in paragraph form​: Post high school I plan on pursuing my dream career
of equine veterinary technician. The average salary of an equine vet is of $99,000. The job growth is expected
to be of 9%.As an equine vet I expect to have responsibilities such as caring for the horses physically and
comforting them, as well as working closely with the owners to ensure their comfort and establish a
professional relationship with.

Step 2
Use a website like simplyhired.com, idealist.org (for nonprofits), or indeed.com (there are several others and
some are more specialized for particular occupations) to research how salaries for the same job vary across the
nation.

What cities are you considering and what is the average starting salary? Paste a link of the website where you
got your information.

First choice city:​ Snohomish, Average Starting Salary: ​N/A https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=E

Washington quine%20Vet&l&vjk=67d4b1228
2562196

Second choice city:​ Fargo, North Average Starting Salary:​N/A https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=E

Dakota quine%20Vet&l&vjk=67d4b1228
2562196

Third choice city:​ Eagle, Average Starting Salary:

Colorado $35,000 per year. https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=E
quine%20Vet&l&vjk=67d4b1228
2562196

What type of education is required or expected for this occupation? (college degree(s), special schools,
licenses, permits, training programs, etc). Answer in complete sentences.

To become an equine vet a Bachelor’s degree and Doctor of veterinary medicine degree (DVM) is required.

Using your possible future job title, search for a job currently available in at lest one of the three locations
from above. In full sentences, what do you need to do in order to be qualified for this job? How do you attain
the qualifications necessary for this job?

City: ​Eagle, Colorado

Job requirements and responsibilities:​ outgoing, independent, multi task oriented, possess a degree in
animal science, technology or pre vet and have experience with animals.