Why can I work and make all the money I want and still Draw social security and still tax my checks? Wendy: You can, after full retirement age... somewhere from 65-66 (depending on your birth year). Before that, nope... just not what the Social Security regulations allow. At that point, they will pay full SS payments and recalculate the benefit each year too!
That being said, while veterinary technicians often have to complete a college program that is accredited by the AVMA and get either an Associateâs Degree or a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in the field, the assistants only need a high school diploma or a GED to get a job in the field.
A veterinary assistant is responsible for helping a veterinarian run the office. As a vet assistant, your daily responsibilities include a variety of tasks, including weighing animals, pulling charts and setting appointments. Unlike a veterinary technician, an assistant does not need a college degree. Becoming a certified veterinary assistant, or CVA, gives you recognition in the industry as an expert assistant and made to higher pay and shorter job hunts. 1  1. Enroll in a veterinary science training program or certified veterinary assistant program recognized by your state's veterinary medical association.