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Veterinary Assistant Training Program

Become a valued team member in the growing veterinary field! Gain hands-on training in pet care, examination procedures, and identifying signs of illness and injury. Join this entry-level program to develop the skills needed for a rewarding career as a Veterinary Assistant.

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $1,599
  • Online Classroom
  • 75 hours over 25 sessions
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  • $1,599
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  • 75 hours over 25 sessions
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  • Tue, Apr 02 at 6:30pm - 9:30pm
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this pet training:

With more than 85 million households owning at least one pet, the veterinary field is a growing field! Veterinary Assistants are valued team members in veterinary practices, clinics, and hospitals. They work with veterinarians and veterinary technicians to provide quality care for healthy, sick, and injured animals.

In this program, students will receive hands-on training on the correct handling and care of pets, learn proper examination procedures, and discover how to check for signs of illness and injury. Additional topics covered include anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and acronyms, nutrition, legal, ethical, and professional standards, and maintenance and management of a veterinary practice.

Notes:

  • This class is entry level and specifically NOT a Veterinary Technician class, which requires a two-year degree program.
  • Textbook purchased separately.
  • Class consists of 75 hours of online live instruction, 25 hours of independent online learning and a 40 hour externship.
  • Students will need access to internet, PC, laptop, or tablet, and access to a printer to participate.

Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

Refund Policy

Class Withdrawal

  • If you request to withdraw from a class and the request is received by us 4 business days prior to class start date, a credit voucher valid for three(3) years will be granted, less a $20 processing fee.

Special policy for excursions and special events:

  • Refund requests for excursions and special events must be received no later than 11 full business days before the scheduled excursion or event.

Please email us at [email protected]

Cancellation

If the College cancels a class for any reason, those pre-registered will be notified by phone and email and payment will be refunded. The school also reserve the right to substitute instructors or reschedule class times if necessary.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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