The Veterinary Assistant Program prepares learners to enter a rewarding career working hands‑on with animals in clinical and care settings. Designed for individuals with a passion for animal welfare and no prior experience required, this comprehensive program builds foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to assist veterinarians with daily operations, routine care, and patient support. Graduates are prepared for entry‑level roles in veterinary hospitals, animal shelters, zoos, and related environments.
Module 1: Communication in Healthcare
Module 2: Veterinary Office Practice
Module 3: Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacology, and Pharmacy
Module 4: Animal Behavior and Care
Module 5: Animal Nursing
Module 6: Surgical Assisting and Laboratory & Diagnostics
Module 7: First Aid for Dogs and Cats
Module 8: Farm Animals and Their Health
Module 9: Discover a Career as a Veterinary Assistant
By completing the program, learners will be able to:
Assist veterinarians with routine animal care and basic clinical procedures
Safely restrain animals during examinations and treatments
Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision
Provide first aid and support care for sick or injured animals
Perform feeding, bathing, exercising, and general animal care tasks
Maintain clean, safe, and sanitized examination and treatment areas
Understand veterinary terminology, office procedures, and animal health basics
Demonstrate readiness for entry‑level veterinary assistant roles
Upon successful completion, students will be prepared to sit for the National Career Certification Board (NCCB) and/or Certified Animal Care Worker (CACW) national certification exams.
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.