About this course
What you’ll learn
Veterinary assistants handle many of the logistical and operating duties that can make a visit to the veterinarian a little more pleasant, from check-in to billing and after visit care. As a vet assistant, your duties may vary, but every task is to ensure the health and well-being of animals inside the veterinary practice. By course completion, you will master:
- Anatomy and physiology of the major organ systems
- Handling medical records and communicating with clients and coworkers
- Restraining animals for procedures, taking vital signs, and bathing them
- Nutrition, vaccinations and administering medication
- Preparing prescriptions, taking blood samples and radiographs
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Accommodations
The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education is committed to providing equal access to continuing education programs for students living with permanent or temporary disabilities. Learn more about the program accommodations (Opens in a new window).
Technology
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
- The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take this course. A high school diploma or equivalent is recommended but not essential.
Textbooks
The instructional materials required for this program are included with enrollment. The following eBooks are available for your course. Reading assignments in each lesson will be linked to the eBook for the designated reading.
- An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology, 4th edition, by Janet Amundson Romich
- Veterinary Assisting Fundamentals & Applications, 2nd edition, by Beth Vanhorn
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