The sfspca is offering a three-month paid Community Medicine Education Training program, which is designed to reduce the barriers to entry for the animal well-being field. MaddiesFund is providing $300,000 in funding over three years. 🐾
Got three months to spare? That's how long it will take to help the nation address its looming veterinary shortage, one that's expected to worsen in the coming years.
Maddie's Fund, a national family foundation established by Dave and Cheryl Duffield to revolutionize the status and well-being of companion animals, is providing $300,000 in funding over three years for CoMET. "Thanks to Maddie, this support will help make veterinary medicine more accessible to those who have been traditionally underrepresented in the field," said Dr. Jennifer Scarlett, SF SPCA's chief executive officer.
They also added that by removing barriers and creating inclusive work environments, the access and quality of veterinary care would be improved. CoMET gives individuals an opportunity to learn about the field, professional paths and opportunities while also developing essential skills by participating in lectures, workshops and assisting at SF SPCA's various clinics. These include the community veterinary clinic, the mobile vaccine clinic and the spay/neuter clinic.