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Veterinary Assistant

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

IHE Certificate of Completion

Method of Delivery

Online, e-learning, or distance learning

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends

Instructional Program (CIP)

Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant. 018301

Description

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

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

26

Hours

210

Entrance Requirements

None

School

Central Vermont Adult Basic Education, Inc.

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

46 Washington Street, Suite 100, Barre, Vermont

Local WIB

00 - Vermont Workforce Investment Area

Name of Credential

Certificate of Completion Only for completion of course and if applicable course exam.

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

VSAC

Refund Policy

For refunds requested within 10 calendar days commencing on the date listed as the Start Date in the ed2go Student Center, 100% of the tuition amount shall be refunded, provided no more than 50% of the program has been completed and all course materials are returned in as-new condition to ed2go at the student’s expense.

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$2,795.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$2,795.00

Demand Occupation(s)

31-9096.00Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
$17.94 per hour
Required Certification: Certificate of Completion Only for completion of c

Provider Status

Approved

Address

46 Washington Street, Suite 100, Barre, Vermont 05641

Phone Number

(802) 476-4588

Web Address

https://careertraining.ed2go.com/weservevt/training-programs/veterinary-assistant/

Last Updated

Jan 20, 2026

Created

Jan 08, 2026

Renewal

Jan 20, 2027

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