In this career option, students will master the skills that employers need for a career as a Veterinary Assistant. Students will also learn Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR/First Aid. Veterinary Assistants feed and bathe animals, administer medication as perscribed by the veterinarian and assist the veterinary team with animal nursing techniques. Students learn how to do basic office procedures and how to provide large and small animal care including how to perform diagnostic procedures. Upon completion of this career option, students have the experiences and skills necessary to become employed in a veterinary clinic or hospital.
Financial Aid Eligible: No
Student Organization: Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Tuition, Fees and Cost of Living:
Available to view on the Financial Aid & Tuition page
Helpful Attributes and Abilities:
- Reading and math skills at the 10th grade level or above
- A positive attitude
- A general interest in health careers
- Good communication skills
- The ability to relate to people in a caring, empathetic manner
- Good eye-hand coordination
- Good physical and mental health
- Dependability
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of personality types
Career Opportunities May Include: Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician, Veterinarian
Certifications/Credentials: Students are eligible to test for the following certifications: CPR, First Aid, ODCTE-Veterinary Assistant and WorkKeys Certifications.
Accreditations: NWTC is accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
Cluster: Health Science
CIP Code: 51.0808 – Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
SOC Code: 31-9096.00 – Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
Alva Instructor: Brooke Meyer