Veterinary Assistant Professional Program
The Veterinary Assistant Professional Program is a career-oriented program that prepares individuals for entry-level positions as veterinary assistants. Veterinary assistants serve as an important part of the veterinary team, assisting veterinarians in providing medical and surgical care to animals. Veterinary assistants perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to: cleaning and sanitizing instruments, prepping and assisting with medical procedures, administering medications, collecting and processing laboratory samples, providing animal care and handling, and providing client education. Veterinary assistants must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to handle and restrain animals. They must also be able to work under pressure and maintain a professional attitude.
Is This the Right Career for You?
A veterinary assistant professional program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a veterinary assistant. This program provides students with a comprehensive view of the veterinary field, including animal anatomy and physiology, animal nutrition, animal health and welfare, and laboratory procedures. Veterinary assistants are responsible for providing assistance to veterinarians in the examination and treatment of animals, as well as helping to maintain a safe and clean environment for animals. Students enrolled in a veterinary assistant professional program may also develop skills in medical terminology and record keeping, in addition to taking courses in medical ethics. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates may be eligible to work in veterinary offices, animal shelters, and laboratories.
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6 Reasons to Complete Your Veterinary Assistant Professional Program Training With Us
Flexibility
With our programs, you can learn and study at your own pace with access 24/7/365 for the duration of your program. This means you can learn on your own terms and work around your own schedule.
Support
Our online training comes with access to real, live support personnel that will help you through every step from our admissions adviser who will assist you with selecting the right training for you, to our student adviser who will be there with you during your entire training journey.
Relevancy
We have tailored our programs to provide comprehensive training in the technical and soft skills employers are looking for. With direct input and feedback from industry leaders and hiring managers, our program aligns with exactly what you need to successfully enter the workforce.
Certification
Our career training not only gives you the knowledge you need but preparation for the certification exams relevant to your desired career path. If you are pursuing an exciting new career in a field with a national certification, our program will both prepare you to sit for the exam but will often include a voucher for the exam cost.
Simulations and Case Studies
Our training programs have been developed with real learners and professionals in mind, so our programs incorporate real-world case studies and virtual simulations that will provide examples and interactions with real-life situations you may encounter during your career. These allow you to learn by experience with circumstances similar to what will be your daily responsibilities on the job.
Engaging and Interactive
Our training curriculum was developed with you in mind, looking at modern day learners and their needs. Our curriculum contains a mix of formats including reading, listening, watching, and interacting that will immerse you into a fun and engaging learning experience you will not only enjoy but not want to end.
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Program Description
Do you have a love of animals? Are you a patient, caring person? Becoming a Veterinary Assistant is the perfect career path for you. Veterinary Assistant’s help make a difference in the lives of animals and the people that love them! As a Veterinary Assistant, you will work alongside Veterinarians to provide routine care, health evaluation, and treatment for sickness or injury. Assistants perform a wide variety of duties including feeding, exercising, and bathing animals, cleaning and disinfecting exam rooms, restraining animals during examinations, administering medication or vaccinations, and most importantly providing affection and a safe environment for every animal in their care. Being passionate about animals is the number one requirement for being a successful Veterinary Assistant however there are many other skills needed for success. Our complete training program will prepare you for a rewarding career as a Veterinary Assistant in a variety of settings including veterinary hospitals, animal shelters, and zoos without any previous experience or knowledge. In this program, we will cover all the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully pursue a career as a Veterinary Assistant. This program begins by exploring veterinary terminology, office procedures, first aid for animals, farm animals and their health. Our program also includes veterinary terminology software that will allow you to review the information in a fun, interactive way and utilize the audio glossary for correct pronunciations of the terms. Upon successful completion of our program, you will be prepared to sit for the NCCB national certification exam to become a Certified Animal Care Worker (CACW). Please note the certification exam is not included in this program and this program does not certify, license, or register you in any state. Please visit the veterinary board’s site for your state to inquire about the requirements for employment.
For animal lovers, there are few careers more rewarding than a veterinary assistant. The compassionate presence of these professionals relaxes both pets and pet owners alike. Veterinary assistants assist veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with every aspect of animal care, as well as manage pet owners’ questions and concerns. This program is targeted at individuals seeking the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career as a veterinary assistant. The training in this program is ideal for both entry level professionals looking to start out in the field and those professionals currently working in the field who are looking to advance their knowledge and skills.
• Providing routine care, health evaluation, and treatment for sickness or injury
• Feeding, exercising, and bathing animals
• Cleaning and disinfecting exam rooms, restraining animals during examinations, administering medication or vaccinations
• Providing affection and a safe environment for every animal
• Veterinary terminology and office procedures
• First aid for animals
Veterinary Assistant Professional Program FAQs
To request more information, you can contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.
Online courses are accessible 24/7/365 and self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own pace on your own schedule. They can be taken from anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. Classroom courses have a set schedule of the days and times the courses will be held, and you must attend during those specific times.
Find out if online learning is right for you by contacting our team of registration advisers. Our team is available to answer any of your questions about taking an online course before you commit to enrolling. We will walk you through what to expect to ensure you are making the right decision. You can contact a registration adviser today via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.
No, you are not required to have a diploma or higher education degree to enroll in an online course. However, some occupations may require minimum educational thresholds for employment or certification. For more information on your desired career requirements, please contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.
To take an online course, you will need to have access to an internet connection and an internet ready device such as a laptop, PC, or tablet. For course specific requirements, please visit the course page or contact a registration adviser today.
Our courses are developed with multiple formats including text, audio, video, and interactivity. Our courses also include multiple resources and tools which can include flashcards, games, activities, and more.
No, you can take the online courses from anywhere in the world.
We participate in several financial assistance options including third party funding, both military and non-military. To request more information on the financial assistance options available and check your eligibility, contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910.
Duration is the amount of time you will receive access to your course. Durations vary by course and range between 1 month and 12 months. If you complete your course before your duration ends you will continue to have access to your course until the duration period ends.
Many of our career training programs include certification vouchers. This means that at the successful completion of your course, at no additional charge, you will receive an exam voucher for the corresponding industry certification. This voucher will allow you to register and sit for the appropriate certification exam to obtain your industry credential.
Our online courses are open enrollment, so you can start immediately. If you are using any third-party funding to cover your course tuition, your start date may be a future date determined by your funding program.
Once enrolled, you will be assigned a client adviser who will provide you with customer and technical support. Your client adviser will supply you with your course access information, any needed materials, and be available to answer any questions you have during your training experience. They will regularly check-in with you to monitor your progress and assist you with staying on track. You will also be assigned to a course mentor who will provide curriculum support throughout your training. Your mentor is available to answer any questions you have on your course curriculum, will monitor your progress and understanding of the curriculum, and may give assignments or quizzes.
If you experience any trouble accessing your course including technical issues or lost login credentials, please contact your client adviser at helpdesk@worldeducation.net.
Our goal for students is to successfully complete their training course and achieve their career goals. We understand that extenuating circumstances can interfere with your ability to complete your course in the duration given. Because of this we have free or low-cost extensions available for our courses upon request. To discuss or request an extension please contact your client adviser at helpdesk@worldeducation.net.
Upon successful completion of your course and fulfillment of any outstanding financial obligations, you will receive your certificate of completion. Certificates are provided to you within 30 days of completion. Your certificate will validate the training course you completed with a stamp of completion.
Students that successfully complete our career training programs are assigned a career development adviser who will coordinate placement at a local externship or hands on opportunity. These opportunities are optional and may vary based on availability and occupation. Your career development adviser will also provide job search services such as: resume building, mock interviews, job opportunity resources, and more. Our professional enrichment courses do not come with a career adviser or career services.
• Healthcare teams
• Team success
• Champions
Module 2: Veterinary Office Practice
• The veterinary profession
• Medical terminology
• Office procedures and client relations
Module 3: Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacology, and Pharmacy
• Anatomy & physiology
• Pharmacology
• Pharmacy
Module 4: Animal Behavior and Care
• Animal behavior
• Animal restraint
• Animal husbandry and nutrition
Module 5: Animal Nursing
• Animal care and nursing
• Avian and exotic animal care and nursing
• Large animal nursing and husbandry
Module 6: Surgical Assisting and Laboratory & Diagnostics
• Anesthesia and surgical assisting
• Laboratory procedures
• Diagnostic imaging
Module 7: First Aid for Dogs and Cats
Module 8: Farm Animals and Their Health
Module 9: Discover a Career as a Veterinary Assistant
Internet Connection
• Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless)
Hardware Requirements
• Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
• Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
Software Requirements
• Operating Systems - Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher
• Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
• Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
• Cookies MUST be enabled
• Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
• Adobe PDF Reader
Certification
Upon successful completion of our Veterinary Assistant program, students will be prepared to sit for the NCCB national certification exam to become a Certified Animal Care Worker (CACW). NOTE: This program DOES NOT License, Certify, or Register Veterinary Technicians in any state through the Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
** Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
Each state may have additional licensing requirements, be sure to research your states requirements for employment by visiting your states occupation board.
Status
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Description
Certification
Exam
Certified Animal Care Worker
Benefits
The Veterinary Assistant Professional Program certification can benefit individuals in many ways. This certification can help individuals gain the skills and knowledge needed to work as a veterinary assistant. It can also help improve job prospects and make individuals more attractive to employers. Additionally, it can provide recognition of the individual’s commitment to the profession and dedication to providing quality care to animals. This certification can also help individuals earn higher salaries and provide the opportunity to take on more responsibility and make a greater impact in the animal care field.
Features
• Open Enrollment
• Admissions and Student Support
• Multimedia Rich and Interactive Content
• Industry Certification Exam, when applicable
• Hands-on Opportunity Upon Completion
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