Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 221710
- Phone: (337) 521-9000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (619) 425-3200
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (619) 425-3200
FINANCIAL AID RATE
88%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
25:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Veterinary Assistant Program
The veterinary assistant program at Pima Medical Institute – Chula Vista 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 Louisiana colleges that offer veterinary assistant program.
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Pima Medical Institute – Chula Vista
1101 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA
Students Enrolled in the Veterinary Assistant Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pima Medical Institute – Chula Vista has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 186 |
| Associate's Degree | 72 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 24 |
| Female | 234 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 2 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Black | 6 |
| Hispanic | 140 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
| White | 77 |
| Multiple Races | 17 |
| Unknown | 2 |
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
Upon completion of the Veterinary Assistant program at Pima Medical Institute – Chula Vista, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
- Lafayette, LA
- Total Employment: 100
- Average Hourly Rate: $12.36
- Average Annual Salary: $25700
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Pima Medical Institute – Chula Vista accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Pima Medical Institute – Chula Vista may offer services to students including:- Distance learning
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation