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Course Description

Become a Veterinary Assistant

Become a Veterinary Assistant

Are you considering a career as a veterinary assistant? This course will answer all of your questions and more as you learn about pet nutrition, preventing parasites, health and safety issues, reasons for and against spaying and neutering, and how to best assist owners in times of need.

If you have ever considered a career as a veterinary assistant, you might have quite a few questions about what it is they do: What vaccinations do cats and dogs? What is the best way to control fleas? What do you do if your dog has a cut? What is the best way to deal with an emergency situation involving a pet? This course answers these questions and more.

You will learn about pet nutrition and a variety of health and safety issues. You will understand how to treat and prevent parasites, including roundworms and heartworms. You will even learn the facts of life, as it pertains to dogs and cats. You will explore current thoughts on spaying and neutering, how to deal with the very emotional issues of euthanasia, pet loss, and how best to assist clients in a time of need.

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Section Title
Become a Veterinary Assistant
Type
Online, Ed2Go
Dates
Jul 01, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026
Course Fee(s)
ED2GO Fee non-credit $46.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 01, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 01, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026
Section Notes

Please note that the "Registration Now" link provided will direct you to our training partner Ed2Go. You will find additional details provided regarding the online class, including the course description, requirements, and available start dates. You will also pay for the class directly through the Ed2Go website during the registration process.

Please disregard the "Drop Request Deadlines" and "Transfer Request Deadlines" listed on our site. You will need to refer to Ed2Go’s policy regarding course drops and transfers, which is available on their website.

Be sure to review all information carefully before enrolling.

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