Veterinary Assisting
Students enrolled in the Animal and Veterinary Science program will:
- Develop veterinary clinical skills such as assessing animal health and administering medications.
- Raise a variety of animals, including sheep, pigs, chinchillas, snakes, and ferrets.
- Work in a team with other students to manage a daycare for dogs in our licensed kennels.
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Units of Study
- Orientation & Safety
- Office & Hospital Procedures
- Communication & Client Relations
- Pharmacy & Pharmacology
- Examination Room Procedures
- Animal Nursing
- Surgical Preparation & Assisting Laboratory Procedures
- Laboratory Procedures
- Radiology & Ultrasound Imaging
- Animal Anatomy & Physiology
Industry Credentials
Animal Technology students can earn the following certifications and credentials in high school:
- CareerSafe OSHA
- Pet First Aid and CPR
- Youth for the Quality Care of Animals
- NAVTA Vet Assisting *Coming Soon
College Articulation
Bucks County Community College - Up to 35 Credits
Students must meet program requirements to access credits
- Advanced on NOCTI/NIMS exam
- Completion of Task List
- Technical Entrepreneurship | Catalog
Harcum College* - 3 Credits
- Intro to Vet Tech
- Veterinary Nursing Major
Manor College* - 1 Credit
- Breeds and Behavior
- School for Veterinary Technicians
*Indicates SOAR Credits 3902 SOAR page 1
Industry Salary Ranges
- Nonfarm Animal Caretaker: $17,550 - $35,860
- Veterinary Assistants: $18,060 - $36,690
- Veterinary Technicians: $21,890 - $47,410
Career Opportunities
- Animal Technician
- Animal Care Provider
- Kennel Technician
- Veterinary Assistant
- Animal Lab Technician
- Grooming Assistant
- Zookeeper Assistant
- Wildlife Conservation Officer
Program Costs
- Uniform: $27 - $32
- Safety Boots: $35
Instructor: Caitlyn Danka
Email: cdanka@ubtech.org
Phone: 215-795-2911 x234
