Veterinary Assistant / GES118

National American University Holdngs Inc; United States; Remote; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits animal lovers to become a veterinary assistant through an online course designed to equip you with essential skills. This program covers a broad range of topics, from animal anatomy to emergency care, ensuring you are well-prepared to support veterinarians and technicians. With a growing demand for veterinary assistants, this course not only enhances your knowledge but also prepares you for the job market with resume and interview skills. Join a fulfilling career path where your passion for animals can truly shine, and make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• No prerequisites required, but a high school diploma is recommended.
• Course covers anatomy, emergency care, and client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with animal care and treatment.
• Perform laboratory procedures and maintain hygiene in the clinic.

Skills

Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Veterinary Dentistry

Emergency Care

Client Communication

Laboratory Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

This 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.

This 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.

Throughout 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.

The 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.

By course completion, you will truly learn everything you need to know to be successful in your new, fulfilling career as a veterinary assistant.

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
• Understand 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
• 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
• Veterinary Assistant
• The Veterinary Health-Care Team
• Veterinary Team Culture and Communication
• Introduction to Veterinary Medical Terminology
• Veterinary Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology (Part I)
• Small-Animal Behavior and Restraint
• Veterinary Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology (Part 2)
• Veterinary Receptionist Duties and Responsibilities
• Veterinary Inventory Management
• Pharmacy Procedures
• Hospital Safety and Infection Control
• Physical Exam and Patient History
• Small-Animal Vaccines and Infectious Diseases
• Small-Animal Nutrition
• The Human-Animal Bond and Euthanasia
• Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Assistants
• Diagnostic Imaging for Veterinary Assistants
• Small-Animal Surgical Assisting
• The Role of the Assistant During Emergencies
• Veterinary Dental Assisting
• Assisting with Exotic Species
• Assisting with Large-Animal Species
• Personal and Professional Development
• Beginning Your Career as a Vet Assistant
• Land the Job

Requirements

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The 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.

• Veterinary Assisting Fundamentals & Applications, 2nd Edition, by Beth Vanhorn
• An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology, 4th Edition, by Janet Amundson Romich

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

A high school diploma or equivalent is recommended but not essential.

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Tracy 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.

Giving 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.

Mary Mould

Mary 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.

Mary published an article, "Brushing Your Dog's Teeth," in the Veterinary Technology journal and has spoken at the Midwest Veterinary Conference on animal pain management.

Mary is a member of the Association for Veterinary Technology Education (AVTE), Veterinary Support Personnel (VSPN), and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians (NAVTA).

FAQs

How much do veterinary assistants make?

According 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.

What is a veterinary assistant? What does a veterinary assistant do?

The 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.

How long does it take to become a veterinary assistant?

This 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.

What is the difference between a veterinary assistant and a veterinary technician?

While 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.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Not at this time. However, a veterinary assistant career does not require certification, and your course content will thoroughly prepare you for your new career.

When can I start this course?

This 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.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After 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.

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., San Diego State University Global Campus

I very much enjoyed this course and feel that I am walking away with a wealth of knowledge in this career field.- K.L., Southeast Missouri State University

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., Fayetteville Technical Community College

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., Central Carolina Technical College

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., Jackson State Community College

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., Ivy Tech Community College - Bloomington

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., Atlantic Cape Community College

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., Youngstown State University

I really enjoyed the way in which the material was represented. It was fun to learn with the review games and helpful pictures. Also my facilitator was helpful in answering my questions. They answered them quickly and with much description.- S.K., University of North Dakota

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