Veterinary Assistant
Overview
Learn receptionist duties, laboratory procedures, medical terminology, and customer service skills. Successful completion of this certificate program will qualify you for an entry-level position as a veterinary assistant.
Program Type
Training CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this certificate, please click on the courses below to see availability. You can register for courses online, and you do not have to apply to the college!
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Tuition Assistance
Training Resources
Questions?
Call 803.732.0432 to talk to us about this program, or email cce@midlandstech.edu
This program is currently eligible for a QuickJobs Scholarship.
Please visit the MTC QuickJobs page to sign up for a free mandatory information session where you will learn how to apply for a scholarship. To be eligible, you must:
- Attend an information session. Information sessions last approximately two hours and are free to attend.
- Be a South Carolina resident for 12 consecutive months. Applicants will be required to submit documentation for proof of residency (Driver's license, Beginner's permit, or state issued ID).
- Not be in default on any federal student loans and not owe MTC or any other college monies.
- Submit an application. You will need to enter your student ID on the application.
- Scholarship recipients will be in communication with the Program Director responsible for the program for which they applied.
- Some programs require clean SLED background checks and clean drug/alcohol tests.
If you have additional questions, please call 803-732-0432.
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
| CEUs | Class Hours | Course Title | Cost |
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| 3.60 | 36 |
Veterinary Assistant Certificate Become a competent veterinary assistant learning receptionist duties, laboratory procedures, medical terminology, and customer skills. Topics covered in this class will be beneficial for jobs in a veterinary practice. All materials included. Classroom ID: CEANC-508 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$899.00 |
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Estimated Cost
Tuition Assistance
$899.00
Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Further Your Education
Pursue an associate degree as a veterinary technician. Take core general studies classes at MTC and then transfer to one of two technical colleges in SC that provide this program – Piedmont Technical College or Tri-County Technical College.
Earn a Bachelor’s Degree
After successfully gaining an associate degree and being a Veterinary Technician, move on to a bachelor’s degree and then apply to veterinarian school.