2-Year Program

Plattsburgh Campus

The rapidly expanding pet industry has a variety of careers for the animal loving enthusiast! The Animal Science Veterinary Assistant Program is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in an animal related field. This program encompasses the study of dogs, cats, pocket pets, livestock, equines and exotic species.
Traditional instruction with hands-on learning provides students with practical experience while focusing on critical thinking and depth of understanding. Through hands-on application, shared skills and career exploration opportunities, students will gain employability skills, practice good work ethics and become team players. Upon completion of the program, students can continue on to a career or choose to enroll in post-secondary education to earn a degree in an animal related field.

Program Highlights

• • Hands-on Learning
  • Safety & Sanitization
  • Animal Rights & Welfare
  • Animal Behavior
  • Handling & Restraint
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Veterinary Medical Terminology
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Basic Grooming
  • Clinical Laboratory Skills
  • Pet First Aid
  • Career Exploration
  • Employability Skills