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Veterinary Assistant - Individuals with Disabilities


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Program Description


This one semester program prepares students to assist with kennel care, 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


Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:

1. build upon skills and knowledge from the Professional Animal Workers (PAWS) program for a more advanced position in the animal care industry.

Program Credentials


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

Financial Aid and Payment Options


We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition,  the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.

Length of Training


​16 weeks (daytime classes)

Courses start in January/February and August at CCBC Essex.

Program Requirements


Minimum 8th Grade Reading Level and 5th Grade Math Level - according to an assessment administered during an intake interview

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

Prior Learning Assessment


This program has potential options for waiving select courses based on previous coursework or articulated coursework from an approved curriculum.  A maximum of 42 program hours may be earned from prior learning.

Application Process


Application Process:

Selective Entry – Call 443-840-3262 to schedule an interview and assessment. To apply, go to www.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

CHA208

Practical Skills for the Veterinary Assistant

15

None

$260

T-$31/F-$229

CHA209

Introduction to Veterinary Assisting

20

None

$335

T-$41/F-$294

CHA210

Veterinary Assisting I

27

None

$445

T-$55/F-$390

CHA211

Veterinary Assisting II

36

None

$615

T-$73/F-$542

CHA212

Biology and Disease for Veterinary Assistants

42

None

$710

T-$86/F-$624

Course Series Totals:

 

140

$0

$2,365

T-$286/F-$2,079

 

Additional Information


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

Career Opportunities:

Veterinary assistant and entry-level staff at veterinary offices and other animal care related businesses.

Career Coach


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Contact Information


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

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