Veterinary Assistant

Spokane Colleges ETPL
Do you love animals? Have you ever thought about a career as a veterinary assistant? This intensive course will provide the information you need to become a productive member of a veterinary team. The course is designed for people who want to work as veterinary assistants at veterinary hospitals and for those already employed in related positions. Upon completion of the course, you will also have the opportunity to gain access to an Externship Starter Kit. Are you looking for veterinary assistant schools near you? The course covers all the requirements that hospitals and veterinarians' offices look for, and more! You'll learn about every aspect of veterinary assisting, including anatomy and physiology, animal restraint, laboratory sample collection, assisting in surgery and dentistry, prescription preparation, and taking radiographs. You'll also learn how to interact professionally with clients and gain the expertise you need to educate them about key topics in pet care, such as nutrition, vaccinations, and administering medication. The course concludes with a lesson to prepare you for the job market, in which you'll see how to create an effective resume, advance your expertise, and develop strong interview skills. You will truly learn everything you need to know to be successful in your new career. Disclaimer To qualify for the externship applications process, students must successfully complete the online course content and have account balances up to date (at a minimum). Going through the externship application process does not guarantee an externship. COVID may be affecting the externship process or site availability in your area. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process two weeks prior to completing courses.

Financial information

Total tuition

$3,855.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Spokane Colleges, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

4 Weeks

Length of training

Certificate

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Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

none

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certificate of Completion

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant

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Typical (median) hourly earnings

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Top industries for graduates

Program type

Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant

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