Veterinary Assistant
Eastern College’s Veterinary Assistant diploma program provides skill-building and hands-on training in courses that include small animal medicine and nursing, dog and cat breeds, medical terminology, business math, office skills and database management. You will have the strong foundational knowledge to pursue a rewarding career path in a veterinary or animal care environment. Contact us today for more information!
Program Duration
53 weeks, including an 8-week internship
Career Opportunities
- Veterinary Clinics
- Animal Hospitals
- Rescue Shelters
- Emergency Veterinary Clinics
- Animal Boarding Facilities
- Animal Grooming Centres
Key Courses
- Veterinary Office Procedures
- Medical Terminology
- Small Animal Medicine and Nursing
- Breeds – Dogs and Cats
- Office Skills and Business Math
- Software Labs in database management, spreadsheets and word processing
Why Eastern College?
Reputation
We have an established reputation as a leader in providing career-focused education that quickly prepare you for in-demand employment opportunities
Ongoing Enrolment
We offer ongoing enrolment and lifestyle-friendly course schedules that limit the disruption to your employment, family and other commitments
Upgraded Courses
Our upgraded courses reflect current trends and employer needs, so you graduate with relevant, applicable skills and knowledge
Job Placement Assistance
Our extensive career services include career fairs, job-search workshops, and one-on-one job placement assistance