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.
Myths About Veterinary Assistants. Being a veterinary assistant is more than taking care of animals. There are times when an animal needs to undergo surgery, in which case, the veterinary assistant has to stand ready to provide assistance to the vet technician and veterinarian.The sight of blood, bones, and feces is not uncommon in the veterinary world. standardized education in veterinary medicine provides students the basic knowledge they need. Those enrolled in a veterinary assistant school, such as a non-degree program, know how to perform their jobs in addition to why they do them.