The level one course will prepare students for entry-level employment as a veterinarian's assistant and for work in an office or clinic. Students will be trained to understand basic procedures of the office, characteristics of many animal diseases and disorders, how to give medication, assist with medical treatment, and do diagnostic laboratory work. Students assist in the restraint and handling of animals for veterinary procedures.
Practical experience is included with an emphasis in working safely with the animals.
Training is included in client relations. The level two course is designed to teach students advanced training in the unlicensed veterinary assistant field. Call 596-3690 for more information. This course provides entry-level training in receptionist skills for employment in veterinary medicine settings. Students use equipment which includes computer software, fax, telephone, and copy machine.