The Veterinary Assistant Certificate Program!
This five part program will prepare students for a new career in the very exciting area of veterinary health care:
Veterinary Medical Office Assistant
Gain knowledge of the skills required to effectively work in the front office of a veterinary clinic. Topics will include veterinary terminology, computer skills, client communication, pet insurance, care credit, and compliance with OSHA requirements.
Prerequisite: High School Diploma, Test, and Interview
Five, 3-Hour Sessions
Veterinary Assisting I
This course will prepare students with education and training for entry-level positions in veterinary medicine. This introductory class will familiarize students with all the basic functions of being a veterinary assistant. Basic anatomy and physiology will be covered. You will learn proper techniques for restraining and medicating pets. You will also be trained in important minor procedures such as vaccination concepts, nail trimming, bandaging, bathing and grooming.
Prerequisite: High School Diploma, Test, and Interview
Five, 3-Hour Sessions
Veterinary Assisting II
This course will build upon the skills and training learned in Veterinary Assistant I. You will learn advanced laboratory procedures. You will be trained in proper preparation and placement for obtaining clear and accurate x‑rays. Recognizing emergencies and CPR will also be discussed.
Prerequisite: Veterinary Assisting I
Five, 3-Hour Sessions
Veterinary Dental and Surgical Assisting
This course will prepare students to assist with surgical and dental procedures. Basic anatomy of the canine and feline mouth, equipment use and maintenance, and also aseptic technique will be some of the topics discussed.
Prerequisite: Veterinary Assisting I, Veterinary Assisting II
Five, 3-Hour Sessions
Clinical Veterinary Assisting
Students will spend a total of 21 daytime hours (3 hours per week) in an animal hospital or clinic and train to become veterinary assistants. Students will be supervised by technicians in the workplace and their progress monitored by the program coordinator.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Veterinary Medical Office Assistant, Veterinary Assisting I and II, Dental and Surgical Assisting
Eight, 3 sessions (24 hours)
The required textbook for the program is approximately $50.00 and can be purchased at the NCC bookstore (203‑857-7239). The investment for each course is $499.00. Students who successfully complete the four required courses plus the clinical will earn a program certificate of completion and will be well on their way to pursuing their new career!
Please contact Barbara Cartsounis by telephone (203-857-7302)
if would you like the course schedule and/or would like to register for one or more of the classes.