Veterinary Assisting
Career Diploma
Veterinary Careers
Animal care specialists perform a myriad of duties in veterinary clinics, such as admitting sick and injured animals for treatment; administering first aid; recording vital signs; comforting surgical patients; coordinating boarding schedules; ordering supplies and more. There are veterinary careers available in:
- Breeding businesses
- Kennels
- Animal shelters
- Grooming shops
- Animal welfare groups
- Zoos
- Pet stores* Theme parks
More than 50-million U.S. households own one or more companion animals. This makes the business for veterinary careers very stable due to each of those homes needing care for their pet. In fact, veterinary careers were voted as one of the top 50 jobs in 2011.
Ready to get started on your Veterinary Assisting training? Enroll online or call 1-800-957-5412 to speak with an Admissions Advisor.
