Veterinary Assistant Certificate Program
Instructor: S. Macon
Requirements: Must be age 18 and have a GED or high school diploma.
Explore the many duties typically performed by a Veterinary Assistant as you prepare for any entry-level position in this growing profession. Employment opportunities include: private practice, animal shelter, animal control facilities, pet stores, kennels, zoos and veterinary drug companies.
Topics include:
• Vaccinations, surgery preparation and assisting, monitoring vitals
• Laboratory procedures, parasites, client communications, prescriptions
• Safely restraining an animal for blood draws, x-rays and injections
• Routine examination, medication, and euthanasia
• Front office procedures for a veterinary clinic/hospital
Required textbook must be purchased at BHC Bookstore prior to first class. (10th grade reading level required.)
Required supplies: lab coat and goggles.
Tues./Thurs. Mar. 27 – June 14 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
CRN 12031 Bldg. 2 – Rm. 113A *Tuition Fee $635
Clinical Dates: TBA
Clinical site donated by the QCAWC.
In partnership with the Quad City Animal Welfare Center. www.qcawc.org
*Tuition Fee Classes – call for out-of-state or out-of-district rates.
BHC Bookstore Information
For a list of PaCE books visit the Quad-Cities Bookstore page.
Click on Buy My Books-QC then click the box marked ADULT ED. Books may be purchased at the Bookstore or online.
