Triage and trauma often refer to the assessment of shock and injury in an emergency. Students can learn how to identify high-risk patients who have a traumatic brain injury, neurogenic or cardiogenic shock. Through classroom study and on-hands training, students may learn how to evaluate and treat acute issues.

Studies in pre-veterinary medicine may appeal to students who enjoy working outdoors and receiving real-world experience in pre-veterinary medicine. Real-world experience may help a student determine which direction to pursue after taking courses in a pre-vet program.