This course, taught by a practicing veterinarian and college instructor, will give you the information you need to prepare for work in veterinary hospitals. (Offered through a partnership between the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Education To Go.)

Snapshot

Format: Online

Hours: 24

Credits: 2.4 CEUs

Cost: $159

What vaccinations do cats and dogs really need and how often should they be given? What is the best way to control fleas? What do you do if your dog has a cut? What is the best way to deal with an emergency situation involving a pet? This course will answer all these questions and more.

You'll learn about pet nutrition and a variety of health and safety issues. You'll understand how to treat and prevent parasites, including roundworms and heartworms. You'll even learn the facts of life, as it pertains to dogs and cats.

You'll explore current thoughts on spaying and neutering, and how to deal with the very emotional issues of euthanasia, pet loss, and how best to assist clients in a time of need.

Special lessons will target specific aspects of veterinary assistant duties. Did you know that a veterinary assistant needs to dispense medications just like a pharmacist? You'll learn how to interpret medical prescriptions that look like Greek scribbles to the untrained eye.

Course Information

Course Number: 

71762

Course Date Info: 

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Course format: 

Online

Course Fee(s): 

$159