Veterinarians who plan to work with specific types of animals or specialize in a clinical area usually will complete an internship lasting one year. Total years of education without specialization can be completed in seven years. Kentucky students have the opportunity to enter veterinary medical school at Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama or Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, Alabama. The Commonwealth of Kentucky has made this possible through its participation in the Southern Regional Education Program. Minimum education requirements for admission to one of the above mentioned schools is satisfactory completion of an approved curriculum at an accredited college or university and a minimum grade point average is required overall and for the required courses.
All states require veterinarians to be licensed before they can practice.