Veterinary Assistant Program

The veterinary assistant program at Blinn College 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 Texas colleges that offer veterinary assistant program.

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Blinn College (CBC)

3800 Charco Rd, Beeville, TX

Blinn College, located in Brenham, Texas, was founded 1883 by a Methodist denomination of the Christian church. By 1888 the school has become coeducational, and 1889 changed its name from Mission Institute to Blinn Memorial College in honor of Reverend Christian Blinn, whose financial contribution made establishing the school possible. The school went through restricting in 1927. Becoming a junior college, and by 1937 the school severed ties with previous partner Southwestern University and the Methodist Church. The school's name was once again changed, this time to the current Blinn University. That same year the school became part of the community college district of Washington Country, becoming one of the fifty community colleges currently operating in the state. Since becoming a public institution the school has expanded both physically and its program offerings, with several campus located in nearby regions to further expand its service area and provide residents with a quality education, economic development, and cultural growth.

Academics

Blinn College offers a large number of programs in a variety of fields to provide students the ability to pursue their academic or career goals. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at a much lower cost than a four year institution. Once students complete their freshman and sophomore years, they may apply for transfer to a four year institution to complete their requirements to obtain a bachelor's degree. Transfer to a public college or university in Texas is facilitated through specific requirements that increase the possibility of admission and a counselor should consulted to assist in course selection for transfer to such schools.

Career programs are often in high demand fields, reflecting the needs of the community. Students entering one of the many programs offered will obtain an education that facilitates the development of skills and abilities to operate as a professional in one's chosen field. Courses will often take place in the classroom as well as practical settings, providing students the opportunity to obtain actual experience prior to entering the workforce. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or diploma that signifies that the individual is qualified for immediate entry into the workforce.

Programs offered include:

• Criminal Justice
• Accounting
• History
• Psychology
• Legal Assistant

The school also offers adult education courses for individuals wishing to finish their high school education, non-credit courses for those pursuing personal interests, and continuing education courses for professionals looking to update their knowledge or their certification/licensure.

Admissions and Financial Aid

As an open enrollment institution, any student who meets the minimum requirements for admission will be accepted upon completion and submission of the admissions application, transcripts, and test scores. Students should also participate in orientation and meet with academic advisor in order to plan one's career or educational future. Registration takes place shortly prior to the start of the semester, with tuition normally thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistant should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the posted deadline to ensure that funds are disbursed on time. The student aid report resulting from the FAFSA will be used to determine eligibility, need, and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional financial information prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure the accuracy of the information provided.

Athletics

The Blinn College Buccaneers Participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through the NJCAA Region XIV Athletic Conference. Athletic programs provide students the opportunity to experience personal and group success with other individuals who are working together toward a common goal. The school provides a structured atmosphere for health competition, allowing for the development of a variety of skills, such as teamwork, discipline, good health and perseverance.

Athletic programs offered at Blinn College:

• Football
• Basketball
• Baseball
• Volleyball
• Softball
• Dance Team
• Cheerleaders

Additionally the school offers students the opportunity to participate in intramural sports with other students within the school. Intramural sports and events have their own schedules available through the school's website or information center.

Students Enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CBC 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

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