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Veterinary Assistant (High School Only)
Veterinary assistants feed and bathe animals, along with cleaning and sanitizing kennels, equipment, labs and surgical areas. They are responsible for assisting the veterinary team with preventive care, animal nursing care and post surgical care, and they assist with diagnostic procedures in the lab or radiological areas. Depending on the facility, the assistant may perform clerical duties such as answering the phone, stocking and ordering supplies, and scheduling.
Courses
| Title | Hours |
|---|---|
| Core Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid | 15 |
| Health Careers Core Curriculum - 225 | 225 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | 120 |
| Medical Terminology | 45 |
| Veterinary Office Management Procedures | 15 |
| Diagnostic Procedures for the Veterinary Assistant | 15 |
| Large and Small Animal Medicine | 15 |
| Large and Small Animal Care | 15 |
| Principles of Pharmacology for the Veterinary Assistant | 15 |
| Routine Duties in a Veterinary Clinic | 30 |
| Surgical Procedures for the Veterinary Assistant | 30 |
| Internship for Veterinary Assistant | 60 |
| Total | 600 |
CIP Code:
51.0808 SOC Code:
Required Clinicals/Labs/OJT:
- Required Clinicals
Student Organizations:
- Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
General Information
Start Date:
August Only
Hours:
600
Who Can Enroll:
High School Jr. & Sr. Only Cost Information
Total Estimated Cost (HS Students):
$525.00 Completion Information
Positive Placement Rate includes Military, Continuing Education and all Employment, related or not related.
Positive Placement Rate (2010-11):
100.0% Occupations
Source:
O*NET
- Veterinary Assistant (Vet Assistant)
- Kennel Technician
- Kennel Assistant
- Groomer
$9.22 hourly; $19,200 annually
|
Attributes & Abilities
Source:
- Extent Flexibility
- Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Service Orientation
- Finger Dexterity
- Trunk Strength
Accreditation/Certification
Certifications Available:
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (AHA/BLS (CPR))
- American Red Cross First Aid Provider
College Credit
College Credit hours are subject to change without notice.
| Credit Hours - A.A.S. Degree | College/University |
|---|---|
Credit Hours - A.A.S. Degree:
3 - Medical Terminology
| College/University:
Oklahoma City Community College
|
Prerequisites
-
Core Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid (15 hours)
