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How to Become a Vet Tech in Cape Town

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There are many opportunities to become a veterinary tech in Cape Town, South Africa. Since the country is home to many exotic animals in zoos and wild refuges, a veterinary technician's chances of landing a job are good. Of course, the chance to work in Cape Town is very appealing to vet techs, so there is a lot of competition too. If you can't find a paying job, you may find volunteer work or study abroad opportunities. There are a host of companies that offer these programs, it just requires some time, research and resources.

Locate a school that offers veterinary technician training in Cape Town. A good place to start is the "University of Cape Town." They offer programs in veterinary science that include two-year and four year degrees in the field.

Apply for one of these programs and complete the training course.

Contact one of the local zoos or refuges to inquire about a position as an assistant to one of the veterinarians during your summer break. Completing an internship at one of these facilities will give you a leg up during your real job search.

Complete your veterinary training and apply for a job as a vet tech at a refuge, zoo or veterinarian office. Local job boards like "Gumtree" and "VetNets" post listings for veterinary technician jobs all over the world and in Cape Town.

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If you can not relocate overseas, apply for a study abroad program as a volunteer assistant to one of the animal technicians in Cape Town. This experience allows you to shadow an animal worker and get a real taste of what the life of a veterinary technician is like in this country. There are several opportunities to do this listed below.

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  • If you can not relocate overseas, apply for a study abroad program as a volunteer assistant to one of the animal technicians in Cape Town. This experience allows you to shadow an animal worker and get a real taste of what the life of a veterinary technician is like in this country. There are several opportunities to do this listed below.
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