Apply for Veterinary Technology program by March 1
Applications for the Veterinary Technology Program are due Saturday, March 1.
College Credit Certificate inVeterinary Assisting
Why Major in Veterinary Assisting
This certificate is only offered as a one-year program with a fall start, offered at East Campus only.
The Veterinary Assisting Certificate program is a one-year program that prepares students to become a member of the veterinary health care team, who aids the veterinarian and veterinary technician perform daily tasks. Veterinary assistants are employed primarily in veterinary clinics and hospitals and may perform the following duties:
- Kennel work
- Assisting with the handling of animals
- Feeding and exercising animals
- Cleaning and setting up equipment
- Clerical work
Students who complete this program will be able to demonstrate proficiency in essential skills required during practical labs, exams, and clinical/field work experiences.
Locations
East Campus
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
33
Careers In Veterinary Assisting
- Veterinary Technologist
- Veterinary Assistant
- Laboratory Animal Caretaker
Agriculture Events
01Feb
2-01-2025 // 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
2025 Youth Horse Judging Workshop
02Feb
2-02-2025 // 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
2025 Youth Horse Judging Workshop
21Feb
2-21-2025 // 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Veterinary Technology Open House
Agriculture News
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Contact
Quad-Cities Campus
309-796-5341 or
309-796-5000
East Campus
309-854-1724