Become a Veterinary Assistant — 100% Online
Start your career in animal care and gain the hands-on skills needed to support veterinarians, assist with clinical procedures, and provide compassionate care to animals and their owners. In just six months, you'll learn essential veterinary assisting skills and prepare to enter the fast-growing veterinary field.
Why Become a Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary assistants play a vital role in animal hospitals, clinics, shelters, and specialty practices. From supporting exams and treatments to comforting pets and communicating with owners, you’ll help ensure smooth operations and exceptional patient care.
This career is ideal for animal lovers who want to work directly with pets and develop a foundation for future veterinary-focused career growth.
Program Highlights
- Fully online, flexible learning
- Learn animal anatomy, restraint, emergency care & lab procedures
- Training for small animals, large animals & exotic species
- Develop communication & client-care skills
- Job-readiness support: resumes, interviews & career guidance
What You'll Learn
- Animal anatomy, physiology & veterinary terminology
- Safe animal handling and restraint techniques
- Emergency care & assisting in veterinary procedures
- Lab skills: specimen handling, equipment & safety
- Client education on wellness, nutrition & medications
- Fundamentals of veterinary dentistry & pharmacy procedures
Career Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers earned a median annual wage of about $37,320 in May 2024.
Employment in this field is projected to grow 9% from 2024 to 2034, which is much faster than average for all occupations. About 22,200 job openings per year are expected over the decade.
Start Your Animal Care Career
Gain the skills, confidence, and experience to support veterinary teams and work hands-on with animals every day. View full program details & enroll
