Veterinary Assisting Certificate
Veterinary Assisting is an evening program leading to a Career Studies Certificate at Blue Ridge Community College.
The career studies certificate in veterinary assisting is designed for people working in veterinary hospitals who want specific, but limited, additional training. The courses are also useful for those interested in entering the two-year Veterinary Technology program. Individuals with other pet-related interests, such as pet shop personnel, dog breeders, and pet owners, may also benefit from this set of courses.
Admission is open to anyone over 18 as well as high school seniors who are interested in continuing their education in the animal health field. The four courses may be taken in any order for completion of the certificate, except that VET 101 must be taken before VET 236.
Curriculum and Courses
Classes may be offered infrequently or cancelled due to lack of registration. Normally one course will be offered each semester.
Graduation Requirements
- Fulfill all course and credit hour requirements.
- Maintain a GPA (grade point average) of 2.0.
- Complete an application for graduation and pay all fees.
Topics Include:
- Restraint and Handling
- Kennel Management
- Common Diseases and Medical Conditions
- Common Medical Procedures
- Common Laboratory Procedures
- Emergency Care and First Aid
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Communications and Client Relations
- Common Office Procedures
- Record Keeping
- Telephone Techniques
- Nutrition and Feeding
- Medical Terminology
- Medical History
- Normal Canine and Feline Behavior
- Canine and Feline Behavior Problems