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Veterinary Assistant Diploma

Credential

Career Diploma

Duration

12 - 24 months

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.

Veterinary Assistant Diploma

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

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Curriculum

What you will learn

  1. How to be an effective vet assistant through the study of office procedures, communication skills, medical terminology, and standard examination procedures.

  2. 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. 

  3. How to prepare for the Approved Veterinary Assistant examination, offered through NAVTA.

  4. 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

  • Start anytime

  • No exam due dates

  • Self-paced

Connected

  • 24/7 access to online resources 

  • Online student community 

  • Student Portal Help Center

Accessible

  • Digital study guides 

  • Self-check quizzes 

  • Simulations and videos 

Supportive

  • Expert faculty 

  • Dedicated student services 

  • Robust learning resources 

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