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Veterinary Assistant - Individuals with Disabilities


Program Description


This one semester program prepares students to assist in kennel care, and to assist veterinary technicians during exams of animals and provide support throughout the veterinary office. They are employed at animal shelters, animal emergency centers,  and veterinary practices.

This career and academic track is designed for students with learning differences and disabilities that impact learning. This track provides instruction that is multisensory, multimodal, personalized, and incorporates elements of universal design for learning.

Program Outcomes


Successful Completion:
CCBC Credential: Students will be awarded a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate and have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

Program Delivery


This program is offered in a totally classroom or laboratory format.

Financial Aid and Payment Options


Baltimore County College Promise
Maryland Community College Promise
Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
Tuition Waiver for those who qualify
Baltimore County College Promise
Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Local Office of Workforce Development

Program Length


16 weeks (daytime classes)

Courses start two times a year at CCBC Essex in January/February and August.

Program Requirements


Minimum 8th grade reading level and 5th grade math level according to the TABE (Test for Adult Basic Education); assessment will be administered during an intake interview.

Prerequisite: successful completion of the Single Step Professional Animals Workers program. Internships may require a criminal background check and urinalysis (additional fee).

Prior Learning Assessment


This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning.

Application Process


Application Process:

Selective Entry – Call 443-840-3262 to schedule an interview and assessment.  To apply, go to ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application.  An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Program Course Sequence


Course Number

Course

Title

Hours

Textbook Information

(approximate cost; subject to change)

Costs

T=Tuition/F=Fees

CHA 208

Practical Skills for the Veterinary Assistant

15

None

$255

T-$35F-$220

CHA 209

Introduction to Veterinary Assisting

20

None

$335

T-$45F-$290

CHA 210

Veterinary Assisting I

27

None

$450

T-$60F-$390

CHA 211

Veterinary Assisting II

36

None

$600

T-$80F-$520

CHA212

Biology and Disease for Veterinary Assistants

42

None

$700

T-$95F-$605

Course Series Totals:

 

140

 

$2340

T-$315F-$2025

Additional Information


Additional Expenses:
Students are responsible for the cost of a criminal background check and urinalysis, if an optional internship is elected.

Career Opportunities:

Veterinary offices and other animal care related businesses are always looking for veterinary assistants and entry level staff.​

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Contact Information


Coordinator: Trish Alvey | palvey@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-3262 | Dundalk MASH 109

Administrative Assistant: Jennifer Cabana | jcabana@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-3262 | Dundalk MASH 104