Study at home learning: Veterinary Support Assistant.
If you want a career in caring for animals, our supported open distance learning Veterinary Support Assistant course provides you with a qualification along with the necessary theory and knowledge, without disrupting your current lifestyle.
The course provides knowledge in the core areas needed to embark on a rewarding career as a Veterinary Support Assistant. The DCA supported self-study course is specially designed, allowing you to learn about the role of the Veterinary Assistance through flexible and cost-effective home study at your own time and pace.
With the DCA Home Learning, online study resources and a personal tutor are available to guide you throughout the course, and your Student Advisor is a Freephone call away. What's more, because the distance learning Veterinary Support Assistant course is all-inclusive, no prior knowledge or skills are required to participate on this course.
If you would like to earn more money and enjoy working as a Veterinary Support Assistant, the DCA home study course is the ideal distance learning training course for you.
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 1
Studies in Human Relations for Veterinary Support Assistants
• Human Relations Defined
• Foundations of Human Behavior
• The Process of Socialization
• Social Issues in the Workplace
• Attitudes for Human Relations Success
• Stress and Frustration
• Common Errors of Workplace Social Interaction
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 2
The Veterinary Support Assistant Career and Medical Terminology
• A Career as an Animal Caretaker Specialist
• Your Role on the Veterinary Team
• The History of Veterinary Medicine
• Understanding Veterinary Terminology
• Body Structure and Organization
• Essential Life Support: The Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
• Processing Nutrients and Waste: The Digestive and Urinary Systems
• Structure, Movement, and Support: The Musculoskeletal System and Skin
• Perception and Coordination: The Nervous and Sensory Systems
• Survival of the Species: The Reproductive System
• Terms Used in Pharmacology
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 3
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
• Introduction to Animal Anatomy and Physiology
• The Skin and Accessory Structures
• The Musculoskeletal System
• The Cardiovascular System and the Blood
• The Lymphatic, Respiratory and Digestive Systems
• The Urinary and Reproductive Systems
• The Nervous and Sensory Systems
• The Endocrine System
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 4
Animal Communication, Behavior, and Restraint
• Introduction to Domestic Animal Behavior, Communication, and Restraint
• The Handling and Restraint of Domestic Animals
• Neighs, Purrs, Barks, and Bleats: How Animals Communicate
• Signs of Aggression
• Handling and Restraint Techniques of Dogs, Cats, Horses, Cattle, Swine, Sheep, and Goats
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 5
Veterinary Support Assistant Tasks in Small Animal Practice
• Communication and Client Relations
• Office Procedures
• Medical Recordkeeping
• Routine Animal Care
• Common Diseases and Conditions of Cats and Dogs
• Small Animal Nursing
• Surgical Preparation and Assisting
• Pharmacy and Pharmacology
• Laboratory Procedures and Recordkeeping
• Radiology and Ultrasound Imaging
• Equipment and Facility Maintenance and Safety
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 6
Veterinary Support Assistant Tasks in Large Animal Practice
• Large Animal Practice of Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Goats, and Swine
• Large Animal Clinical Examinations
• Emergency and Critical Care
Veterinary Support Assistant Module 7
Veterinary Support Assistant Tasks in Exotic Pets and Wild Animals
• What Are Exotic Pets?
• Overview of Reptiles and Amphibians
• Snakes, Ferrets, Rabbits, and Guinea Pigs
• General Guidelines for the Capture and Handling of Wild Animals
• Wildlife Care
• Small Wild Mammals
• Large Rodents
• Wild Canines, Wild Cats
• Bears
• Hoofed Animals
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| As I started work at a veterinary clinic just before commencing the course, all the information has been very helpful in understanding the ups and downs of this very complex job. — Shirley Ginger |
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| Thank you for the interesting course. I have enjoyed it so much and am looking forward to the next course. — Jacqui Downes |
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