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Do you love pets, maybe even more than people? Veterinary Assistants play a vital role in ensuring the health and wellbeing of animals. They also provide basic animal care such as feeding, cleaning, and monitoring animal health. Working in diverse environments such as veterinary offices, animal hospitals, zoos and laboratories, veterinary assistants have the opportunity to work with a wide range of animals. If this sounds like a dream scenario, our CVA program is the right one for you.
essential information
Veterinary Assistant certification course
program fees
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CVA Tuition $4,000
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Registration fee: $100
Class info
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14-week hybrid program
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Meets 3 days each week
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4 hours each day
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Optional 80 Hours of Lab and Clinical Experience
9 out of 10 Students Qualify for Full Tuition Assistance
*based on 2023/2024 enrollments
start dates
Spring 2025
Hybrid Program
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March 31 - June 30, 2025
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Meets Monday for in-person lab and skills training at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Central Time
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Meets Wed/Thurs online for lecture at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Central Time
Fall 2025
Hybrid Program
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August 18 - November 20, 2025
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Meets Monday for in-person lab and skills training at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Central Time
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Meets Wed/Thurs online for lecture at 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Central Time
about our certificate program
why pursue a career in Veterinary Assisting
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), veterinary assistants earn a median annual salary of $29,780 and work in one of the fastest growing professions. The BLS estimates employment is projected to grow 14 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. On average, 19,800 new job openings for veterinary assistants are projected each year over the decade.
course topics
In the Certified Veterinary Assistant program, the skills and topics you will learn include:
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Careers
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Medical Records
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Medical Terminology and Abbreviations
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Ethics & Legal Issues
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Safety & Aseptic Techniques
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Basic Restraint & Handling Procedures
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Physical Examination Procedures & Patient History
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Veterinary Assistant Procedures
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Laboratory Procedures
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Breed Identification & Production Management of:
- Dogs
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Cats
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Beef & Dairy Cattle
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Equine & Draft Animals
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Swine
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Goats
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Poultry
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Rabbits
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Pocket Pets
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Reptiles & Amphibians
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Ornamental Fish and Aquaculture
How to Apply
The application and enrollment process for our Veterinary Assistant Certificate Programs must be completed at least 30 days prior to requested program start date.
Apply on our Website
Present Required Documents
Schedule an Advising Meeting
Begin Class
Required documents for the Veterinary Assistant Certificate Program are:
Photo ID
Social Security Card
Birth Certificate
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