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Why Major in Veterinary Assisting

This certificate is only offered as a one-year program with a fall start, offered at East Campus only.

The Veterinary Assisting Certificate program is a one-year program that prepares students to become a member of the veterinary health care team, who aids the veterinarian and veterinary technician perform daily tasks. Veterinary assistants are employed primarily in veterinary clinics and hospitals and may perform the following duties:

  • Kennel work
  • Assisting with the handling of animals
  • Feeding and exercising animals
  • Cleaning and setting up equipment
  • Clerical work

Students who complete this program will be able to demonstrate proficiency in essential skills required during practical labs, exams, and clinical/field work experiences.

Discover careers and salaries for this program

Locations
East Campus
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
33
Next Start Date
Any Time

Careers In Veterinary Assisting

  • Veterinary Technologist
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Laboratory Animal Caretaker

Veterinary Assisting Admission Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.

Agriculture Events

03Dec
12-03-2024 // 6:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Book talk and signing with BHC alum Cheryl Eriksen

04Dec
12-04-2024 // 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

East Campus Career Fair

25Jan
1-25-2025 // 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Teddy Bear Hospital

Contact

Quad-Cities Campus

309-796-5341 or
309-796-5000

East Campus

309-854-1724