Veterinary Assistant, Certificate

PROFESSIONAL - TECHNICAL CORE

• VETN 100 - Intro to Vet Profession CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• VETN 105 - Vet Assist Techniques CREDIT HOURS MIN: 4
• VETN 110 - Vet Office Skills CREDIT HOURS MIN: 2
• VETN 115 - Anat Phys Domestic Animals CREDIT HOURS MIN: 4.5
• VETN 178 - Vet Externship I CREDIT HOURS MIN: 0.5

• VETN 140 - Veterinary Assistant Nursing CREDIT HOURS: 3

• VETN 179 - Vet Externship II CREDIT HOURS MIN: 0.75

TOTAL CREDITS: 17.75

DEGREE OUTCOMES

Upon completion of the Veterinary Assistant Certificate, students will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the basic and emerging principles and concepts that impact veterinary medicine. 

• Utilize human and material resources and communication skills to obtain skills and knowledge perform all job duties. 

• Describe the challenges, hazards, and rewards associated with all aspects of animal care.