With more than 94 million cats and 78 million dogs in this country alone, the field of veterinary health care is expanding. And, it is estimated that $47.7 billion will be spent on our pets in the U.S. this year.† As health insurance for pets comes into the mainstream, the amount of money spent on animal health care is estimated to maintain its upward spiral.‡ This kind of vibrant growth could translate to an increasing need for veterinary assistants.
KCE’s online Veterinary Assistant Certificate program and courses were developed by individuals in the industry with real-world experience to help you gain the knowledge and skills potential employers expect, such as veterinary terminology, client communication and scheduling, and more.
Make a Difference
You could turn your love of animals into a fulfilling career in the field of veterinary health care. As a student in our online veterinary assistant program, you have the opportunity to take courses designed to help you learn the key terminology of the veterinary profession; study animal health issues and diseases; learn to assist in emergency care, physical exams, surgery; and develop your skills in office procedures such as obtaining health histories and records. Other courses in the program explore animal physiology, pharmacology, animal behavior, and sanitation procedures.