--- title: Veterinary Assistant with Horse Care Management description: Start your career in equine care with our Veterinary Assistant with Horse Care Management course sequence. Gain essential skills for working with horses! 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 with Horse Care Management](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2655826259#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Veterinary.png) # Veterinary Assistant with Horse Care Management #### $4,395 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant-horse-care-management/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 61 #### $4,395 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant-horse-care-management/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 610 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 455 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 Do you love animals — horses in particular? Have you ever considered a career as a veterinary assistant, stable manager, or horse caretaker? If so, this equine vet assistant course sequence teaches you the skills you need to work directly with horses. Whether you're interested in joining a stable, equestrian center, or veterinary facility that works with large animals, having a fundamental knowledge of horse caretaking and veterinary science is essential. The Veterinary Assistant with Horse Care Management sequence provides a broad overview of horse care topics while teaching the technical skills needed to work as a veterinary assistant. Veterinary Assistant with Horse Care Management covers the foundational skills needed to work in a veterinary office with a specialized focus on horse care management. These complimentary fields of study are perfect for individuals interested in working with horses or current veterinary assistants wanting to diversify their skillset. You will gain a breadth of knowledge that can take you from the veterinary office to the stables and beyond. During this vet assistant training program, you will learn to be an asset in all aspects of a horse's clinical and caretaking needs, from assisting with surgical and dental procedures to measuring vitals. Having the Veterinary Assistant and Horse Care Management credentials acknowledges your dedication and special interest in the well-being of horses. In addition, completing these two intensive courses adds credibility to your qualifications and affirms that you have met industry-recognized levels of proficiency. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Basic principles of equine husbandry practices - A broad knowledge of horse care for both the stabled horse and the horse kept on grass - Proper management of the health and condition of horses in various situations and conditions - A deeper understanding of horse behavior, as well as practical skills in properly handling and training horses - A practical knowledge of various aspects of horse breeding, as well as the importance of genetics and selective breeding - Summarize the roles, responsibilities, and applicable laws and ethics as they pertain to the veterinary healthcare team - 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 - How to respond appropriately to veterinary medical emergencies, surgeries, and various laboratory procedures - Explain and understand the veterinary assistant's responsibilities related to veterinary dentistry How you will benefit: - A comprehensive understanding of horse care, horse management, and husbandry is key to starting a career in the horse industry - Cultivating a broad knowledge of horses will increase your level of success as a wrangler or horse caretaker - Holding a certificate of completion increases your competitiveness in the horse industry job market - Upon passing this course, you will have the knowledge to be a valued team member in a veterinary hospital - This program prepares you to assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing patient care - 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 ** **Job Outlook** for Veterinary Assistants According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median salary of veterinary assistants is $34,740 (as of May 2022), with the highest 10% earning over $44,920. Jobs for veterinary assistants are likely to grow by 20% through 2032, which is much faster than the average rate for all other positions (3%). #### 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. #### 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-horse-care-management/) ##### Option 2 Contact us to explore enrollment options, including potential discounts! [Contact Us](https://aspire.loyola.edu/individuals-contact-form?hsLang=en) ### $4,395 ##### Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/veterinary-assistant-horse-care-management/)