--- title: Veterinary Assistant description: Discover a rewarding career as a veterinary assistant with our comprehensive online course. Learn essential skills and prepare for the job market! image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Veterinary.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Healthcare and Medical Careers [Veterinary Assistant](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2390262345#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Veterinary.png) # Veterinary Assistant #### $2,795 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 21 #### $2,795 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 210 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 183 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Industry Certification ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Beginner #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Are you an animal lover? Have you ever considered a career as a veterinary assistant? If yes, then this veterinary assistant training course is perfect for you. It will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a productive member of any veterinary team. Throughout this online veterinary assistant program, you will learn every aspect of veterinary assisting, including anatomy and physiology, animal restraint, laboratory procedures, emergency care, small and large animal assisting, exotic species, veterinary dentistry, human-animal bond, pharmacy procedures, and more. You will also learn how to interact professionally with clients and gain the expertise you need to educate them about key topics in pet care, such as nutrition, vaccinations, and administering medication. This veterinary assistant course concludes with a lesson to prepare you for the job market, in which you will see how to create an effective resume, advance your expertise, and develop strong interview skills. You will truly learn everything you need to know to be successful in your new career. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Summarize the roles, responsibilities, and applicable laws and ethics as they pertain to the veterinary healthcare team - Discuss the fundamentals of animal anatomy and physiology, restraint techniques, and basic examination tasks relevant to veterinary assisting, using proper terminology - Explain how to perform veterinary assistant pharmacy tasks within the law's scope and discuss vaccinations, infectious diseases, transmission, and prevention. - Describe how to respond appropriately to veterinary medical emergencies, surgeries, and various laboratory procedures - Explain how to perform the veterinary assistant's responsibilities related to veterinary dentistry How you will benefit: - This program prepares you to assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing patient care - Completing this comprehensive course along with your training can help you gain a new job or achieve a promotion within 120 days of completion - In addition to hard skills, this program also helps you develop the soft skills required to work effectively with clients and the entire veterinary team - Employers seek individuals who are passionate about animals and possess the communication and teamwork skills necessary to excel in the field #### Additional Information ** Disclaimer: To qualify for the externship applications process, students must successfully complete the online course content and have account balances up to date (at a minimum). Going through the externship application process does not guarantee an externship. COVID may be affecting the externship process or site availability in your area. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process 2 weeks prior to completing courses. #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 8 or later. - Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled - The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ ) - Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) ##### Prerequisites There are no prerequisites to take this course. A high school diploma or equivalent is recommended but not essential. #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? You Can: ##### Option 1 Click "Add to Cart" and then update the number of seats you'd like to purchase in yout cart. [Add to Cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant/) ##### Option 2 Contact us to explore enrollment options, including potential discounts! [Contact Us](https://aspire.loyola.edu/individuals-contact-form?hsLang=en) ### $2,795 ##### Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant/)