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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Program

Do you have a passion for animals and dream of a career caring for them? If so, becoming a Veterinary Assistant could be the perfect fit for you!

Integrity College of Health offers a dynamic blend of hands-on training and online courses, allowing you to gain the skills you need for this fulfilling career in as little as 35 weeks!

Why Choose the ICH VA Program

At Integrity College of Health, our Veterinary Assistant training program equips students with the essential theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills needed to thrive in this rewarding career. Veterinary assistants play a vital role in supporting veterinarians, veterinary technologists, and scientists with their daily responsibilities. Common tasks include feeding, bathing, and exercising animals, preparing for examinations and procedures, caring for post-operative animals, and administering prescribed medications and immunizations. In just 35 weeks, students will learn from experienced instructors and gain invaluable real-world experience through a Clinical Experience component.


Students in the Veterinary Assistant program learn:

  • Prepare veterinary exam rooms
  • Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments
  • Intake animals for exams
  • Feed, bathe, and exercise animals
  • Safely restrain animals during procedures
  • Care for and monitor animals after surgery or treatment
  • Giving medications and administer immunizations

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Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion, Veterinary Assistant diploma, and are prepared to immediately enter into entry-level positions in the field.


Program Overview

Length of Program: 35 weeks morning/afternoon or 43 weeks evening classes

Total Clock Hours: 960 (Classroom: 760 – Externship: 200)


Prerequisites: Must have a high school diploma or GED and pass the entrance exam.


If you do not have a high school diploma, we offer the Eligible Career Pathway Programs (ECPP). Students will have the opportunity to earn their high school diploma while being concurrently enrolled in an eligible ECPP program.

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Give us a call today at (626) 808-0215 with any questions you may have. Walk-ins are always welcome! Stop by for a campus tour and explore the exciting possibilities for your new career! We can’t wait to meet you!