TRAIN TO BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT

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Your education is an investment in your future, and Carrington College is here to help. We offer a variety of financial aid options, including federal, state, and private programs,  Sas well as student loans, grants, and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Each program has different requirements and application instructions. Our team is here to guide you through the options and application process.

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Carrington College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, 428 J Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814; 415 506 0234 an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at accjc.org.

For comprehensive information on Carrington College’s accreditation and approvals, visit carrington.edu/accreditation-and-approvals/.

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Animal Nursing Fundamentals

Practice safe animal capture, handling, and restraint techniques as well as essential veterinary nursing skills.

Diagnostic Tests and Medical Treatments

Perform clinical tasks such as diagnostic tests and medical treatments under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

Diagnostic Imaging

Learn how to properly restrain animals, process films and verify image accuracy.

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Carrington Veterinary Assisting Career Opportunities

Veterinary Assistant Career Opportunities

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, increases in consumers’ pet-related spending are expected to drive employment in the veterinary services industry.1 In clinics and other veterinary service establishments, assistants help with various procedures. Demand for veterinary assistants will continue as the demand for these procedures increases.

What is a Veterinary Assistant?

Veterinary assistants help keep pets happy and health. Typical responsibilities of a veterinary assistant include; maintenance of animal medical records, assistance with diagnostic and surgical procedures.

Why Become a Veterinary Assistant?

Veterinary assistants provide routine animal care to help veterinarians with their daily tasks. Between 2018 and 2028 employment for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers is expected to grow 19%, much faster than average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics1.

Most veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers work full time and may work holidays or weekends. Expect this industry to continue to grow with the animal rights movement and the demand for better operational procedures for pets.

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