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Step 1
Complete schooling to earn a veterinary degree. Most veterinary degrees require a bachelor's degree in an animal-related field such as animal sciences and an additional four years of vet schooling, so finishing your undergraduate degree is vital.
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Step 2
Choose a veterinary specialist field. The American Veterinary Medical Association recognizes over 20 specialty fields offering a wide variety of specialty options.
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Step 3
Apply for a veterinary specialist training position. Veterinary specialist training normally requires a minimum of two years of additional schooling, so choose your program as soon as you decide.
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Step 4
Work in a clinical setting in your specialty area of choice. Veterinary specialists must work a number of hours in a clinical setting before applying for specialist credentials.
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Step 5
Publish a clinical case study in your specialty area. Clinical research findings are vital to displaying your competency in your field of choice.
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Step 6
Set up a meeting to attain your credentials. Colorado requires approval by the state’s veterinary medicine board to receive specialist credentials.
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Step 7
Practice medicine in your specialty area. Treating patients as a veterinary specialist is certain to be a rewarding experience.
