Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary assistants play a pivotal role in the veterinary
health care team.  They provide support for the
​veterinarian, veterinary technician, receptionist, and client.
​A veterinary assistant has a strong understanding
​of all areas of the veterinary hospital and are able to provide
​assistance to the entire veterinary health care team.  The
​demand for trained veterinary assistants is expected to increase at
​least 10% in the near future.
 
Course Outline


Comprehensive Course​​

The Mountain Edge program provides students with a strong and rewarding education in veterinary assisting.  As a student, you will learn skills needed to become and essential part of the veterinary medical team.
​You will experience classroom instruction, online instruction, and hands-on laboratory procedures. 
​You will have the opportunity to work with large, small, and exotic animals. Mountain Edge will
​provide you with an extensive background working with an extensive background working with
​a variety of species in clinical situations.  You will complete 150 hours of externship at a veterinary clinic.


​This is an eight month course that is taught two evenings week. Monthly payments plans may be arranged for this course.  Please indicate that you wish to pay on a monthly basis on the application form and we will get back to you with terms and conditions.


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