A Veterinary Assistant works in all phases of animal care, including surgical nursing, laboratory procedures, and office administration. If you like organizing and maintaining a well-run office and also enjoy working with people and their pets, Community Care College’s Veterinary Assistant program offers a career that satisfies both interests. The Veterinary Assistant program is designed to prepare the student with the basic knowledge and training necessary to function as an entry-level employee in a veterinary setting. This program is carefully balanced between instruction on theory, clinical, administrative training and practical applications of theory. Employment opportunities include positions in veterinary offices or hospitals, zoological facilities, and the pharmaceutical and pet care industries. You may enter the workforce directly after completing this program or elect to apply credit earned toward your degree. According to the United States Department of Labor, there is growing demand for VETERINARY ASSISTANTS. It projects a 26% increase between 2002 and 2012.
To learn more about the Veterinary Assistant degree program, contact a Community Care College representative.
Program Hours/Length Become A Veterinary Assistant
Diploma
Total Program Hours: 720
Total Weeks: 32
Courses Meet: Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 1:00pm.
Associate of Occupational Science Degree (veterinary assistant)
Total Program Hours: 1,170
Total Weeks: 62
Courses Meet: General Education courses – Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 10:30am, 11:00am to 2:00pm, 2:30pm to 5:30pm, or 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Veterinary Assistant courses – Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 1:00pm.
Veterinary Assistant Diploma (online)
This course is available completely online.
Total Program Hours: 450
Total Weeks: 40
Course Meets: online; 1 course taken during a 4 week period.
Associate of Occupational Science Degree (online)
This course is available completely online.
Total Program Hours: 900
Total Weeks: 80
Course Meets: online; 1 course taken during a 4 week period.
