Veterinary Assistant Training

Attend a virtual information session to learn about CLC’s Veterinary Assistant program on Thursday, August 12 at 5 p.m. The session is free, but pre-registration is recommended. Visit www.clcillinois.edu/wpdi/infosessions to pre-register.

If you have a nurturing spirit and a desire to help animals, consider a career in the veterinary field! This course trains students to assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing medical care to companion animals. Students training as veterinary assistants will also learn front office procedures as well as how to assist in examinations, hospital procedures, surgical preparation, and laboratory tests, medical terminology, pharmacology, diagnostic imaging and client relations.

The training will take place through online readings, assignments, and exams with four in-person lab sessions and two in-person exam reviews. This 250-hour NAVTA approved course includes a 100-hour clinical externship experience. This portion requires successful completion of important tasks during the site’s regular business hours. Students must complete a background check at an approved provider in order to participate in the clinical externship portion of the program. Students will also be required to provide proof of current health insurance. Prior felony convictions may prevent participation in the program. The fee for this service is NOT included in the course fee. Join our online Information Session to learn how you will gain valuable experience to prepare you for a Veterinary Assistant role in this changing world!

Course Prerequisites and Special Notes: A high school diploma or GED is required. In addition, students must have the following minimum abilities: psychomotor skills (eyehand coordination and finger dexterity), visual acuity (normal or corrected), and the ability to lift 30 pounds in the clinical setting. Students may be required to meet specific health requirements and drug testing prior to placement in the clinical portion of the course. This is based on the requirements of the externship site and will be determined at placement. Any fees to meet health requirements are NOT included in the course fee.

4031 PVET 1-001

Tuesday and Thursday August 24 to December 9 5-10 p.m. 30 Sessions University Center of Lake County, 314 $2499 H. DeWitt