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Veterinary Assistant

GES 118 -- 240 hours

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the GES Veterinary Assistant Course, students will:

• Be able to identify the roles and responsibilities of the veterinary assistant.
• Have knowledge of safety measures to prevent injury to animals and their owners, as well as the veterinary team.
• Know how to communicate in an effective manner with the veterinary team, animal owners, and visitors to the veterinary clinic.
• Be able to apply ethical and legal standards to issues in the veterinary office.
• Have knowledge of professional work habits.
• Understand proper office and compartment cleaning methods for safety of animals and the veterinary team.
• Be able to identify the major breeds of various animals.
• Understand veterinary medical terminology.
• Be able to perform office procedures related to the administration of the veterinary office.
• Understand the importance of observation skills.
• Know the importance of confidentiality.
• Understand the basics of responsible animal care.
• Know how to handle animal specimens correctly and process them accurately.
• Be able to identify opportunities for employment in the field of veterinary assisting.