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Credentials for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

14 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $37,320 · projected growth +8.7%. See full occupation profile →

Associate's Degree

A.A.S. in Veterinary Technology

Fox College
Diploma

Assistant Animal Lab Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
Certification

Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT)

American Association for Laboratory Animal Science
$175 cost
Identify laboratory animal species, strains, sex, and identification markings in a research facilityApply species-specific anatomy, physiology, and behavioral knowledge in a laboratory animal care contextManage breeding housing and recognize pregnancy and complications in laboratory animalsProvide appropriate nutrition and manage food and water quality for laboratory animalsApply husbandry practices including environmental monitoring, caging, bedding, and housing management in a laboratory animal facilityApply sanitation, decontamination, and disease prevention practices in a laboratory animal facility
Diploma

Online* Veterinary Assistant and Grooming

Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College
Associate's Degree

VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY

Jefferson State Community College
AL
Associate's Degree

VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Certificate

Veterinary Assistant

Technical College of the Rockies
Course

Veterinary Assistant

ACCS Innovation Center
AL
Animal anatomy knowledge: Identify and explain key components of animal anatomyAnimal handling skills: Safely handle and restrain animals during examinations and proceduresClinical procedure execution: Perform tasks such as obtaining medical histories and wound care under supervisionDiagnostic imaging comprehension: Understand the principles and applications of various diagnostic imaging techniques such as radiology, ultrasound, and endoscopDisease control techniques: Follow proper protocols to prevent the spread of diseases in veterinary settingsEffective customer engagement: Interact professionally and courteously with clients in a veterinary setting
Short-Term Certificate

Veterinary Assistant

Pikes Peak State College
Associate's Degree

Veterinary Technician

Southern Union State Community College
AL
Associate's Degree

Veterinary Technician

Pikes Peak State College
Associate's Degree

Veterinary Technology

Blue Ridge Community College (VA)
Short-Term Certificate

Veterinary Technology

Blue Ridge Community College (VA)
Certificate

Veterinary Technology

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
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