Course Curriculum
Vet Assistant Curriculum
10 courses
27 exams
58.2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
1 Externship
Estimated completion time:
Fast track = 12 months
Average time = 17 months
Main Subjects
Starting Your Program
In this course, you’ll develop the necessary skills to ensure your success in the program. You’ll learn how you can improve your study skills so you’re able to use a number of tools that will help you to be successful. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to do the following:
Identify skills needed to be a confident and independent online learner
Behavior, Handling, and Restraint
Body Systems and Terminology Part 1
Body Systems and Terminology Part 2
Nutrition, History, and Physical Examination
Emergency and Would Care
Small and Large Animal Nursing
Radiology and Surgical Preparation
Veterinary Practice Administration and Procedures
Veterinary Assistant Externship
Note: We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.
Career Diploma
12 - 24 months
If you love working with animals, our online NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant Program can help you prepare for an in-demand career as a veterinary assistant and explore a career in veterinary sciences. With flexible online courses, you can build your industry knowledge at your own pace and apply what you've learned at a hands-on externship.
One of only 3 NAVTA-approved online veterinary assistant schools.
Courses help you prepare to sit for the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) exam.
Employment for veterinary assistants is in high demand.
Our online programs are flexible enough for you to finish them at a pace that works for you, based on how much time you can dedicate to your coursework each week.
In our Veterinary Assistant classes, you'll learn the skills and get the hands-on veterinary assistant training required to tend to the needs of animals. Your courses include:
Behavior, Handling, and Restraint
Body Systems and Terminology 1 & 2
Small and Large Animal Nursing
Radiology and Surgical Preparation
Veterinary Practice Administration and Procedures
What you will learn
How to be an effective vet assistant through the study of office procedures, communication skills, medical terminology, and standard examination procedures.
How to prepare examination rooms, assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with exams, perform basic animal handling and restraint, and assist with radiology and ultrasound imaging.
How to prepare for the Approved Veterinary Assistant examination, offered through NAVTA.
How to apply your knowledge to hands-on training through a required 8-week externship.
Our Proven
Learning Model
Empowering students to reach their professional goals
Flexible
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Start anytime
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No exam due dates
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Self-paced
Connected
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24/7 access to online resources
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Online student community
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Student Portal Help Center
Accessible
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Digital study guides
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Self-check quizzes
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Simulations and videos
Supportive
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Expert faculty
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Dedicated student services
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Robust learning resources