Veterinary Assistant
Majors and Programs | Instructors
This certificate program provides prospective veterinary assistants/technicians with education and experience in commonly used medical and surgical techniques, as well as an understanding of common disease states of animals. The program also provides an introduction to animal hospital management, business procedures and job preparation skills. Students will be able to step into an entry-level position with the confidence and competence necessary to be a productive addition to the staff.
The structure of the program is integrative with each week focusing on one or more related topics and weekly laboratory time devoted to reinforcing those topics. Guest speakers including board-certified specialists and industry representatives cover specific areas.
The curriculum focuses primarily on small animal species, but information regarding large animal species is incorporated wherever possible to prepare students for the national board exam.
Most classes are taught on LBCC's main campus. Some classes will be held at Oregon State University in the junior surgery labs in Magruder Hall. The cooperative work experience will take place in an area veterinary clinic or hospital.
The Veterinary Technology program is offered periodically, depending on the number of interested students and the number of available jobs.
A group of up to 24 students complete the training together and attend class for approximately 35 hours a week. Eight hours each week is spent working and observing in a local veterinary clinic or hospital.
This is a 16-week program. Cost is approximately $3,500. This includes all books, certifications, registrations, lab fees and instruction costs. The program is eligible for financial aid. This is a special admission program, indicating required prerequisites and limited class space.
Important Session Dates
Orientation & Information: (Mandatory - you must attend one entire session): Orientations will be held on (choose one)
July 17, 2008 at 9-11 am in Room CC-212 and
August 12, 2008 at 2-4 pm in Room CC-212
Application dates: Begin accepting applications August 25, 2008 (early apps will be returned)
Application Deadline for priority consideration: September 5, 2008
Deposit Deadline: September 19, 2008
Class Dates: October 6, 2008 through February 6, 2009
2008/2009 FAFSA: Forms should be filed as soon as possible to be ensured that aid eligibility is determined by the deposit date. FAFSA forms must list LBCC school code: 006938
Program Questions
Estelle Henderson, (541) 917-4927, estelle.henderson@linnbenton.edu
Course Questions
Dagmar Johnson, (541) 917-4934, dagmar.johnson@linnbenton.edu
Admissions Questions
LBCC Admissions/Registration, (541) 917-4811
