Vets in Training School Programs
Our mission is to use STEAM based lessons and live animals to learn about veterinary care and animal science. Through these unique, interactive, educational experiences, the Vets In Training Program cultivates the human-animal bond to encourage compassion, kindness, empowerment and responsibility.
Vets in Training Core Values are Compassion – fostering the innate ability of a child to develop empathy and selflessness. Engagement – Learning the power of positive interaction with each other, animals, and the larger community. Empowerment – through discovery, we are enhancing the leadership that children are born demonstrating. Service – allowing recognition that service is a daily part of life.
Children are fascinated by animals and display a deep passion for animal welfare and well-being at an early age. The HousePaws Vets in Training Program embraces the human-animal bond through interaction and education.
By providing hands-on experienced-based education to each student in the program, the children are empowered to explore the human-animal bond and the many facets of veterinary medicine.
Have a question about VIT?
Reach out to us via email at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com
or by phone at (856) 677-8134.
The Vets in Training Education Center is now located at The Rancocas School House at 201 Main Street, Rancocas, NJ 08073!
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Adult programs at Vets in Training
We welcome all people 18 and up, parents, grandparents, HousePaws clients, and anyone looking to spend some time with animals and chat with the Vets in Training team about our shared love of animals.
Here is your chance to get in on the animal loving action! We are starting an Animals After Hours series where you can visit Vets in Training once a month for a discussion about animal science and veterinary care along with animal play time or pet therapy.
Vacation Camp Days
When schools are closed Vets in Training is Open!! Come to VIT for special camp days including Columbus Day, Black Friday, NJEA Conferences, Fall Break Camp, MLK Day, Presidents Day, and Spring Break Camp. We will have lots of animal play time and fun STEAM based activities to teach kids all about animasl!
Fall Camp
Evening and Weekend Classes at VIT
Give your children the gift of animal companionship, learning, and fun! Join our evening or weekend classes today!
We offer Fall, Winter, and Spring programs every year. Each session brings a new and exciting curriculum. We never repeat a lesson and students stay engaged and excited to learn week after week, year after year. During each hour-long class at VIT, students get 20 minutes of animal play time, just interacting with the animals in a fun and safe environment.
Questions? Please contact us at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com
Homeschool Classes
Join us for homeschool classes at Vets in Training! We have one hour classes on Tuesdays at 10:30 and 12:00. This is a great introductory class into what Vets in Training is all about. The homeschool half day program is offered on Thursday or Friday from 10:00-2:00. This is a great way for kids to learn STEAM based education, socialize, and spend lots of time with animals in a kind and supportive environment. Homeschool Half Day students also learn responsibility as they spend their mornings cleaning up after animals and feeding them.
These programs are offered to kids 6 to 12 years old. Every session we study different topics in order to keep our students learning and having fun with animals year after year.
We have a great Upper Level Homeschool program for kids age 12 and up as well! Tuesday’s class allows kids to learn straight from the veterinarians at House Paws hospital in Mt Laurel, observing surgery and asking all the questions they can think of.
Wednesday students will study in depth veterinary and animal science and practice veterinary skills. Combining the two classes helps students both observe and practice real life skills.
Pre-School Programs
Vets in Training offers a variety of programs for Pre-School or groups. We can come to your school or meeting facility, or you can schedule Pre-School programs at our Vets In Training Center. For more information, click the button for pre-school program information.
Kids 3-5 years old can join us on Monday or Wednesday mornings for classes in our education center! Click on preschool winter classes to learn more!
Questions? Please contact us at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com
Creature Comfort Program
~Pet Therapy for Seniors~
Vets in Training is proud to offer the Creature Comfort Proram to senior centers, rehabilitation centers, retirement facilities and anyone who has senior citizens in need of Creature Comfort.
This Program offers our senior friends an opportunity to spend time snuggling with our animal friends. We can visit with groups of residents, memory care patients, or visit individual residents in their rooms.
For more information contact program director Kimberly Barlieb at KimVIT@housepawsmobilevet.com
Programs for Scouts
Vets in Training offers a variety of programs for scout groups. We can come to your meeting facility, or you can schedule scout programs at our Vets In Training Center. For more information, click the button below.
Questions? Please contact us at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com
Vets In Training Programs at Area Schools
Vets in Training brings our educational programs to local schools throughout New Jersey and surrounding areas. Each year the number of schools we serve grows! We offer assembly programs, after-school and enrichment programs that work well in public and private school settings and homeschool groups. If you are interested in having VIT come to your school, have your school district administrators or homeschool group coordinator contact us at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com
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Birthday Parties with the Vets in Training Program
The Vets In Training program offers birthday party packages to bring experiential learning and fun to your child’s birthday celebration. Please click the link below to learn about birthday package options and pricing.
Gift Certificates for the Vets in Training Program
Looking for a great gift? Experiences can be so much more meaningful then presents. Consider giving the gift of knowledge, fun, and animal interaction by purchasing a Vets In Training gift certificate for the child in your life!
2025 Summer Camp
Thank you to everyone who attended summer camp this year! We had a great summer and look forward to doing it again next year. Feel free to click on the links anytime to see what summer 2025 looked like. Summer 2026 will be similar.
Summer Camp Registration begins in January
Early Bird Discounts available until March
CIT Applications for kids 13 and up
Pre School Thursdays 10:00-11:00 or 12:00-1:00
High School Summer Surgery Observation Class
Review VIT registration, payment and refund policies before enrolling in a program.
Please click here to review policies related to registering your child for VIT programs prior to registering for one of our programs. Questions? Contact the VIT Program Director at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com.
Questions? Reach us at VIT@HousePawsMobileVet.com