{"product_id":"veterinary-assistant","title":"Veterinary Assistant","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eThis online veterinary assistant course will prepare you to become a productive member of a veterinary team by helping you learn the fundamental skills needed for a successful career.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e210 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES118\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis veterinary assistant training course is perfect for animal lovers looking to pursue a career helping animals. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting that the employment of veterinary assistants will grow 19% by 2033, with an average of 25,800 job openings each year, now is a great time to enroll in an online vet assistant program. As the duties of a veterinary assistant vary widely, this vet assistant course will equip you with all the necessary knowledge and skills to ensure the health and well-being of animals inside the veterinary practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout this online veterinary assistant education 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course will also cover 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy course completion, you will truly learn everything you need to know to be successful in your new, fulfilling career as a veterinary assistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSummarize the roles, responsibilities, and applicable laws and ethics as they pertain to the veterinary healthcare team\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscuss the fundamentals of animal anatomy and physiology, restraint techniques, and basic examination tasks relevant to veterinary assisting, using proper terminology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplain how to perform veterinary assistant pharmacy tasks within the law's scope and discuss vaccinations, infectious diseases, transmission, and prevention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDescribe how to respond appropriately to veterinary medical emergencies, surgeries, and various laboratory procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how to perform the veterinary assistant's responsibilities related to veterinary dentistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis program prepares you to assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing patient care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompleting this comprehensive course along with your training can help you gain a new job or achieve a promotion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn addition to hard skills, this program also helps you develop the soft skills required to work effectively with clients and the entire veterinary team\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployers seek individuals who are passionate about animals and possess the communication and teamwork skills necessary to excel in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Assistant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Veterinary Health-Care Team\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Team Culture and Communication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Veterinary Medical Terminology\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology (Part I)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmall-Animal Behavior and Restraint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology (Part 2)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Receptionist Duties and Responsibilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Inventory Management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePharmacy Procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHospital Safety and Infection Control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhysical Exam and Patient History\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmall-Animal Vaccines and Infectious Diseases\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmall-Animal Nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmall-Animal Nursing Procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Human-Animal Bond and Euthanasia\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLaboratory Procedures for Veterinary Assistants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiagnostic Imaging for Veterinary Assistants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmall-Animal Surgical Assisting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHospitalized Patient Care\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Role of the Assistant During Emergencies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVeterinary Dental Assisting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssisting with Exotic Species\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssisting with Large-Animal Species\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePersonal and Professional Development\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeginning Your Career as a Vet Assistant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLand the Job\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 10 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMac: macOS 12 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Microsoft Word Online \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adobe Acrobat Reader .\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftware must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmail capabilities and access to a personal email account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Material Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructional materials required for this program are included with enrollment. The following eBooks are available for your course. Reading assignments in each lesson will be linked to the eBook for the designated reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVeterinary Assisting Fundamentals \u0026amp; Applications, 2nd Edition\u003c\/em\u003e, by Beth Vanhorn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAn Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology, 4th Edition\u003c\/em\u003e, by Janet Amundson Romich\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no prerequisites to take this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high school diploma or equivalent is recommended but not essential.\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracy Heyland, RVT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracy Heyland is a Registered Veterinary Technologist (RVT), earning the Academic and Practical Proficiency Award upon graduating. She brings 25+ years of experience in small animal medicine to her teaching, earned the Provincial Instructor Diploma, certified as a Professional Co-Active Coach, and is Fear Free Certified. Tracy has worked in general practice, emergency medicine, veterinary sales, operations management, and teaching positions and runs her own coaching and training company for veterinary teams, leaders, and managers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiving back to the veterinary profession is a passion of Tracy's where she volunteers for a veterinary technologist program advisory committee, remotely located spay and neuter projects, and a veterinary technologist association continuing education committee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMary Mould\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary Mould has a bachelor's in veterinary technology and a master's in education. She has taught veterinary technology courses for 22 years and distance education for over 24 years. Completing her education through distance learning has been extremely helpful in understanding her students and the variables that go along with distance learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary published an article, \"Brushing Your Dog's Teeth,\" in the \u003cem\u003eVeterinary Technology\u003c\/em\u003e journal and has spoken at the Midwest Veterinary Conference on animal pain management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary is a member of the Association for Veterinary Technology Education (AVTE), Veterinary Support Personnel (VSPN), and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians (NAVTA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much do veterinary assistants make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Indeed.com, the average salary for veterinary assistants is $41,905, with those who have more than 10 years of experience earning over $59,522.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a veterinary assistant? What does a veterinary assistant do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number one job of a veterinary assistant is to assist the veterinarian and veterinarian technicians with basic tasks. As a veterinary assistant, you may feed, weigh, and take the temperature of various animals. You may also help give medication, clean cages, and provide nursing care for animals when they have surgery or other medical procedures. You may also bathe and exercise animals as needed and help restrain them during treatment. As a veterinary assistant, it is also your responsibility to clean and sterilize equipment and exam rooms. Some veterinary assistants even perform clerical work such as scheduling appointments and speaking with customers as well. The duties vary widely, but all are important to ensuring the health and well-being of animals inside the veterinary practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to become a veterinary assistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start whenever you are ready and finish at your own pace. When you register, you will receive six months to complete the course. Your training covers all you will need to start your new career as a vet assistant. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between a veterinary assistant and a veterinary technician?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the people in both these jobs may work in the same location (and potentially with the same animals), they perform very different roles. Veterinary assistants most likely have received training through a certificate program and training on the job by veterinary technicians to help with basic duties like setting up equipment and cleaning areas of the clinic like surgery sites. Veterinary technicians, or vet techs, have a formal education—likely a two- or four-year degree accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. They are also required to pass a licensing exam in most states. In short, veterinary technicians can perform more advanced clinical tasks under a veterinarian's supervision to help treat animals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot at this time. However, a veterinary assistant career does not require certification, and your course content will thoroughly prepare you for your new career.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you register, you will receive 6 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAm I guaranteed a job?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get financial assistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope Training Academy courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I get more information about this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions that are not answered on our website, representatives are available by phone. You can also call us at 1-855-532-7642 during regular business hours to have your questions promptly answered. If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please send us a question using the \"Contact Us.\"\u003c\/p\u003e Reviews \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I’ve never taken a course that is concerned about anything past teaching you the material itself. You cannot begin to understand how much I appreciate this lesson and the skills that I will be able to take and use for every future job I work. Thank you for how detailed and interesting this course has been and how helpful and polite everyone I’ve talked to has been! R.S. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I very much enjoyed this course and feel that I am walking away with a wealth of knowledge in this career field.- K.L. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I loved that I could do my classes any time of the day...being a military spouse I don't have a lot of free time, most of the time! I wouldn't change anything! I loved it and was satisfied with everything!!- C.S. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I loved being able to complete assignments and work at home. I am a single mother of two children and cannot afford to put them in daycare so staying home with them while I completed the course saved a lot of money. I was able to spend much needed time with my girls!- C.N. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I really liked the fact that it was all based on my own schedule and I did not feel rushed or stressed about homework assignments or tests.- B.S. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e My instructor was wonderful! She checked in to see if everything went the way it should and made sure everyone knew they could ask any questions that they had!- A.L. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I like how this program is self-paced and how quickly everything is graded. The facilitator always got back to me in a timely manner and I feel that I learned a lot.- P.H. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e Dr. Grognet is an excellent facilitator. The course content was extremely meaningful and relevant because Dr. Grognet authored the learning modules - and he appeared\/demonstrated in course videos. The course content and assignments were substantive and challenging. His credentials, professional experiences, and passion for veterinary medicine are inspiring for students. The feedback received from Dr. Grognet was very timely and individualized for the student. He demonstrates professionalism and style. Lastly, the online learning platform was student friendly - ease in navigation and understandability. An excellent with distinction - program and facilitator! - M.D. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"quote_block\"\u003e I really enjoyed the way in which the material was represented. 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