Orientation Required: Yes

Length: 8 Weeks (First day and last day of class are in person)

Veterinary assistants ensure the well-being of animals under the supervision of veterinarians, veterinary technicians or animal scientists. They restrain the animals during examinations and sometimes perform lab work. Veterinary assistants, also called vet assistants, feed the animals, exercise and bathe them.

Most of them work in veterinary clinics, hospitals and shelters. Still, some also work in research programs and for laboratories, colleges and universities.

ADDITIONAL COSTS: (These fees are NOT included in tuition)

-White scrubs (Scrubs MUST be purchased at CBS Scrubs in Jacksonville or on their website. Students will receive a discount.) https://cbsscrubs.com

-CPR Certificate $55

-$40 Study Guides 

-$230 Textbook and Workbook (Purchase from amazon.com)

-Student Badge $20

-General Supply Fee $50

-National Exam $139 (Student pays for this separate on their own after the program)

- Graduation Pin $20 (OPTIONAL)