Veterinary Administrative Assistant

The Veterinary Administrative Assistant program is a one-year program qualifying the student for a front-line position in animal facilities such as veterinary clinics, livestock supply centres and animal shelters.

Students will learn valuable office skills as well as customer service and client relations.

Your training includes courses in:

  • veterinary procedures
  • terminology
  • pharmaceutical and nutritional products
  • animal diseases
  • record keeping using valuable veterinary software
  • pet care issues

Veterinary administrative assistants must be outgoing and able to put clients at ease. They require excellent interpersonal skills with strong oral and written communication skills. They must have a genuine interest in animals and their welfare.

Quick Info

Subject
Animal Studies

Certification
Certificate

Delivery Method
Full-time

Length
1 year (2 semesters) plus a 3-week work experience

Location
Edmonton and Area

Application Deadlines

Next Start Date
September 7, 2010

Application Deadline
First day of class

Contacts

Linda Glasier
Associate Chair

E-Mail:
vaa@nait.ca

Phone:
780.378.6907

    

 


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