Stratford's in-depth curriculum can help you take the first step in preparing for veterinary assistant jobs. Our quality curriculum was developed by professionals and can provide a thorough introduction to the fundamentals of becoming a veterinary assistant.
Veterinary Assistant Module 1
Studies In Human Relations:
· The foundations of human behaviour
· Social issues and socialization in the workplace
· Stress and frustration in the workplace
· Common errors in workplace social interactions
· Practical knowledge of both animal and human nature
Veterinary Assistant Module 2
Common Veterinary Assistant Practices:
· Restraint and handling of animals
· History and physical examination
· The medical record
· Pathology, parasitology, and public health
· Clinical microbiology
· Diagnostic imaging, sampling, and treatment techniques
· Small animal emergency medical nursing
Veterinary Assistant Module 3
More Veterinary Assistant Practices:
· Neonatal care of puppy, kitten, and foal
· Preventative health programs
· Veterinary anesthesia
· Surgical instruments, assistance, and suture material
· Small animal surgical nursing and dentistry
· Wound management, bandaging, and pain management
· Equine medical and surgical nursing
· Food-animal medicine and surgery
· Veterinary oncology
Veterinary Assistant Module 4
Advanced Topics in Veterinary Assistantship:
· Pharmacology and pharmacy
· Animal nutrition and live stock nutrition
· Euthanasia, client bereavement, and the grief process
· Basic necropsy procedures
· Veterinary practice management
· Personal leadership and stress management
· Computer applications in veterinary medicine
· Occupational health and safety in veterinary hospitals |
Most veterinary technician jobs require individuals to have an associate's degree. Stratford's veterinary assistant course is a career training course and is not meant to replace veterinary technician jobs certification/training requirements.
We take great pride in providing you with the most up-to-date vterinary assistant textbooks and equipment. One or more of the above-mentioned subjects may, therefore, change if updating becomes necessary during the course of your verterinary assistant studies. The order in which the material is presented may vary.
This program is specifically designed to serve as an introduction or enhancement of the theoretical knowledge required for the vocational application of this subject. It is intended to help individuals in the furtherance of their vocational training and is not intended as a substitute for licensing or certification requirements, which may include an apprenticeship or additional training, as required by law.
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| "I thought this program was helpful and that it touched base with all the subjects that matter." — M.S. - Delaware |
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| "I liked the words of encouragement on my test results and that someone was always there to help me if I needed it." — N.E. - Illinois |
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