Veterinary Assistant

This course offers participants exposure to all practical aspects of a veterinary practice. Students learn animal behavior, pharmacology, safety, veterinary nursing techniques, client education skills, basic animal husbandry, wellness plans and veterinary hospital operations. Curriculum follows the guidelines outlined by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association for their Certified Veterinary Assistant Program. The instructor will cover the material for Level I, II and III testing requirements. Upon completion of the course, students should be eligible to take the state of Texas certification level 1 examination. Per TVMA requirements, CVA I must complete 6 months practical work experience prior to sitting for CVA Level II examination. Likewise, CVA II must also complete 6 months practical work experience prior to sitting for CVA Level III examination.

Classroom hours: 200
Tuition includes: textbooks(s), Health Careers Institute ID badge, one set of scrubs, drug test, CPR training and the TVMA CVA Level I Certification exam.
Orientation: held on the first day of class. We will go over everything you need to submit, as well as discuss externship placement at this time.

NO CLASS November 24 and 26, 2026, December 22, 24, 29, 31, 2026 and March 9 and 11, 2027 due to campus holidays.