Veterinary Administrative Assistant Degree at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Veterinary Administrative Assistant 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.
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