Description:
Veterinary Assistants feed and care for animals, administer medication as prescribed by the veterinarian, assist the veterinary team with animal nursing techniques, and clean and sanitize labs, equipment, and surgical areas. Students learn how to provide large and small animal care including preventive care, post-surgical care, diagnostic processes, and basic office procedures. Students practice in a variety of settings as chosen by the instructor. Upon completion of this course, students have the experiences and skills necessary to become employed in a veterinary clinic, veterinary hospital, or farm/ranch operations
Hours:
Morning session – 8:10 – 11:10 a.m.
Afternoon session – 12:45 – 3:45 p.m.
Career Major Name: Veterinary Assistant
Clock Hours/Weeks of Instruction: 525/21
Normal Completion Time: 21 weeks for full-time status
Required Courses:
Career Opportunities:
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Application Process:
High school students see your home school counselor
Adults contact Mid-America counselor (405) 449-3391
Average Salary:
$16,900-$32,340
Accreditation:
OSBCTE (Oklahoma State Board of Career & Technology Education)
Certifications:
ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate
ODCTE Competency Certification
**CTSO: HOSA
**Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
