Veterinary Assistant Program

The veterinary assistant program at Fox College Inc prepares students to assist veterinarians, laboratory animal specialists, and zoological professionals in treating animals. They also have the option to become a kennel attendant, animal caretaker, groomer, zookeeper, or animal trainer. The program focuses on providing patient management, care, and clinical procedure assistance, and owner communication. Program courses include: animal health and nutrition, animal handling, clinical pathology, radiology, anesthesiology, dental prophylaxis, surgical assisting, and clinical laboratory procedures. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer veterinary assistant program.

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Fox College Inc

Also known as First Institute

790 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL

Fox College is an institution of higher learning that combines general education and professional education in applied programs that prepare motivated students for success in specialized careers.

For over 75 years, Fox College has helped graduates Finish First. We know that your time, your money, and your future are important to you. That's why Fox College's programs are designed to get you the quality training you need QUICKLY and AFFORDABLY.  Our programs are designed to be completed by full-time students in 10-18 months, depending on the program and diploma or degree option that you choose.

Fox College offers a combination of applied associate degrees and diplomas in 8 different program areas. Each program's curriculum has been designed by faculty and industry professionals to emphasize what employers need in their new hires.

Fox College offers programs in:

• Business
• Design and Technology
• Health Care

Students Enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fox College Inc offers an associate's degree program in veterinary assistant.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Description

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, veterinary technologists and technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $32490
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $25730
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $38130

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).