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Veterinary Assisting

The purpose of the Veterinary Assisting program is to prepare students for employment in the veterinarian industry. Click here for additional program information.opens in a new window

hours

750 hours, approximately 25 weeks

cost

Tuition is approximately $2160, plus Books and Fees (PDFopens in a new windowopens in a new window & HTMLopens in a new windowopens in a new window)
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testing requirements

Basic Skills Assessment

location

Lake County Animal Shelter

Starting Salaries

Vary, ranging from $22,000 to $26,000*
*Based on local industry information

Recent Employers of Graduates:

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Starting Salaries

What you’ll learn

Veterinary Assisting Occupational Completion Points (OCP)

Veterinary Assisting Master Plan of Instruction – (PDFopens in a new windowopens in a new window & HTMLopens in a new windowopens in a new window)

  • Veterinary science and the role of animals in society
  • Basic first aid for companion and livestock animals
  • The human-animal bond and its effects on human health
  • The common breeds and husbandry practices for several species of animals
  • Knowledge of preventive medicine and disease control.
  • The use of tools, equipment, and instruments in the veterinary science and companion animal industry
  • Techniques used in surgical assisting and surgical preparation

OCPCourse NumberCourse TitleCourse Length
AATE0006Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers 1450 hrs
BATE0070Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers 2150 hrs
CATE0072Veterinary Assistant150 hrs

Industry Certifications

  • Veterinary Assistant, (CVA) through the Florida Veterinary Medical Association

Employment Opportunities

  • Animal Shelters
  • Veterinary Clinics
  • Research Facilities
  • Zoos
  • Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities

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Industry Certifications

  • Veterinary Assistant, (CVA) through the Florida Veterinary Medical Association

Employment Opportunities

  • Animal Shelters
  • Veterinary Clinics
  • Research Facilities
  • Zoos
  • Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities

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Our numbers

Discover how Lake Technical College prepares students for the veterinarian industry.

100%

Completion Rate*

71%

Placement Rate*

N/A

Licensure

For employment, visit opens in a new windowwww.onetonline.org
Data as reported to COE and is updated annually in December of each calendar year.
Placement calculation may exclude (if applicable) program completers that are awaiting exam results,
refused employment, continued post-secondary education, or may be otherwise unavailable for employment.

Steps to Enroll

  1. Apply for financial aid, if applicable
  2. Complete the online application
  3. Meet with a counselor/career advisor
  4. Register and pay tuition and fees
  5. Purchase books and supplies
  6. Complete the new student orientation online prior to the first day of class
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steps to enroll

Steps to Enroll

  1. Apply for financial aid, if applicable
  2. Complete the online application
  3. Meet with a counselor/career advisor
  4. Register and pay tuition and fees
  5. Purchase books and supplies
  6. Complete the new student orientation online prior to the first day of class
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Book list

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Veterinary Assisting Training Orlando

Located near Orlando, FL, the Veterinary Assisting School at Lake Technical College prepares candidates for veterinary assisting jobs in Florida. Lake Technical College boasts an extremely high completion rate and job placement rate for students.

If you are searching for Veterinary Assisting Certification or Veterinary Assisting Programs near me, Lake Tech is the right place to gain the hands-on experience you need for immediate placement in veterinary assisting jobs. Call us at (352) 589-2250opens phone dialer or apply online to get started today.

Instructor / contact

Name:

Danielle Burt

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BurtD1@lake.k12.fl.us

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Phone Number:

352.253.1838

Are you ready to jumpstart your career?

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Locations

Lake Technical College– Eustis– Main Campus

2001 Kurt Street
Eustis , Florida 32726
352-589-2250
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Lake Technical College
Instructional Service Center - Clermont

1250 North Hancock Road
Clermont, FL 34711
352-589-2250
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Institute of Public Safety Extension Campus – Tavares

1565 Lane Park Cut-Off
Tavares, Florida 32778
352-742-6463
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Lake Technical College Instructional Service Center – Lake County Animal Shelter

12280 County Road 448
Tavares, Florida 32778
352-253-1838
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