Veterinary Assistant Program

The veterinary assistant program at Champlain Valley Technical Education and Career Center’s Licensed Practical Nurse Program 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer veterinary assistant program.

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Champlain Valley Technical Education and Career Center’s Licensed Practical Nurse Program

8040 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA

Are you looking for a career in demand? Then nursing is an outstanding option. The Champlain Valley Technical Education and Career Center offers an outstanding program in nursing. The school is located in Plattsburgh, New York. Currently, the medium salary for nurses is $64,690. Not to mention that you will help people while earning a good salary. The cost of tuition is $9,950.

The program requires 1160 hours of study and is accredited. This program has an articulation agreement with North Country Community College for those wishing to continue their educational advancement to a Registered Nursing degree.

In order to apply for admission, students must:

• Complete the standard application
• Take entrance examination (TEAS)
• Selected applicants will be invited for an on-campus interview
• Send in official high school transcript

Champlain Valley Technical Education and Career Center offers small class sizes. This allows future nurses to get the hands on experience they need. Students will also take part in clinical experiences to ensure they have the skills needed to enter the workforce. Nursing is a rewarding career that has a lot to offer.

Prospective students can contact the school at (518) 561-0100, Ext. 241 for further information.

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $30430
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.37
  • Average Annual Salary: $38200
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.63
  • Average Annual Salary: $30420

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