Veterinary Practice Assistant

Certificate

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This degree is currently inactivated and is in teachout. Teachout for this program will conclude at the end of Summer Term 2022. If you have any questions regarding this program,please contact Program Director Dr. Karla Lombana at klombana@pima.edu.

Students who have this program as their declared program of study may complete the degree in their prescribed timeframe. Use MyDegreePlan and/or your catalog of record to view the degree requirements. Additional information is listed below. See an advisor for assistance.

Interested students are encouraged to pursue VET 100 as an introductory course as the certificate is no longer available.

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Learn management and communication skills for a veterinary practice, standard office procedures, medical terminology, surgical assistance, and other basic animal care assisting skills. 

Title IV Financial Aid eligible: No

Careers

Completing this program can lead to employment in a variety of different careers.  Here are some examples of occupations related to this program with associated Pima County-based annual median wages.  Some careers may require additional education or training. Source: EMSI

Occupation	Annual Median Wage
Veterinary Practice Assistant	$26,702

Academic Options

Continue your veterinary studies by completing the Veterinary Technician AAS.

Program Requirements 2020-2021

Required Core Courses

A grade of C or better is required for graduation.

Course #	Course Title	Credits
VET 106	Veterinary Practice Assistant I	3
VET 107	Veterinary Practice Assistant II	3
VET 108	Introduction to Veterinary Facilities Practices	6
Total		12

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Program/Major Codes: CRTVEP/VEP

www.pima.edu/vet-assistant-cert