Veterinary Assistant
Be There to Take Care of Our Fuzzy Friends With a Career as a Veterinary Assistant!
Program Overview
Take Control of Your Future with Training as a Veterinary Assistant
Our pets are not just fuzzy accessories; they鈥檙e part of our families, which means we want to make sure they鈥檙e getting the best care possible. With more and more households owning pets, according to the American Pet Products Association, there is a rising demand for veterinary services. Veterinary assistants are a key part of these animal care teams, providing both administrative and clinical support, and employment of vet assistants is expected to grow much faster than the average over the next decade.*
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What Veterinary Assistants Do
The responsibilities of a veterinary assistant can vary depending on the state and the type of office you work in, and may include tasks like:
- Feeding, bathing, and exercising animals
- Cleaning and disinfecting cages, kennels, and exam or operating rooms
- Restraining animals during examination and lab procedures
- Maintaining and sterilizing instruments and equipment
- Assisting in collecting blood, urine, and tissue samples
- Maintaining veterinary records, noting care history, and scheduling appointments
At 男同俱乐部, we provide the hands-on training you need to elevate your career. We believe that the best way to really learn is by doing, and that is why we prioritize lab work guided by faculty who are experienced in the field and know the skills students need.
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Contact us today for more information, and one of our admissions representatives will provide you with more valuable information, such as:
- Admissions Requirements
- Enrollment Support
- Tuition & Financial Aid
- Curriculum Details
- Program Features
- Placement Services
What You鈥檒l Learn in Our Veterinary Assistant Program
Training from instructors with real-world experience
Summit鈥檚 Veterinary Assistant program is designed to provide the foundational training and competencies students need in today鈥檚 job market. You will learn a combination of animal healthcare, record keeping, and animal handling. Graduates are prepared to assist with animal restraint, basic lab procedures, medication administration, and sanitation protocols.
And because we believe students learn better in the right environment, the program features small classes and hands-on training from instructors with real-world experience. All taking place in a facility with free tutoring, flexible schedules and a Career Services Department ready to set you up to succeed!
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Benefits of Veterinary Assistant Training at 男同俱乐部
Becoming a veterinary assistant means being part of a team that makes a difference in the lives and health of many different pets and animals. If that sounds like the kind of career you鈥檙e looking for, then it鈥檚 time to talk to us here at 男同俱乐部. Summit has been helping students get the training and skills they need to pursue successful careers since 1991. We do it with the philosophy that we鈥檙e in this together with each and every student 鈥� and that means providing support and encouragement 鈥� every step of the way.
Professional faculty focused on your success:
Your instructors have all done the job you鈥檙e training for and use their experience to prepare you for real-world situations. You鈥檒l develop critical administrative and animal care skills through hands-on learning and will benefit from small class sizes.
Comprehensive curriculum:
Learn about basic animal anatomy and medical terminology, veterinary records and software systems, in-depth canine and feline care for companion animals, basic vet clinic procedures, animal grooming and nutrition, and other coursework that readies you for your future.
Flexible, short-term programs:
Summit offers both day and evening/weekend classes to fit your schedule, and our Veterinary Assistant program can be completed in less than 8 months.
Veterinary Assistant Career Opportunities
Graduates of 男同俱乐部鈥檚 Veterinary Assistant program can seek employment in a wide variety of positions and types of veterinary facilities. You鈥檒l be qualified to work in veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, grooming facilities, animal shelters, and more!
