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I’ve recently begun volunteering at an animal shelter, and I have to say it’s been one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. To be able to care for homeless animals and find them homes to caring and loving families has been the most uplifting volunteer work I’ve done in a long time. In fact, it has actually made me want to enroll in veterinary assistant courses. I did a bit of research and here’s what I’ve found so far:

Veterinary assistant courses, help to train students on how to help veterinarians with basic medical procedures including performing tests on animals, analyzing results, and maintaining medical records. They interact with pets and their owners, and provide office and medical support to the veterinarians and vet technicians.

There are many online veterinary assistant courses, as well as on-campus programs. These can range from two to four years in length, depending on the degree. Hourly wages for veterinary assistants range from $12-$15/hour depending on experience and education.

While it may be easy to find a job after completing veterinary assistant courses simply based on education, it also takes a true love and respect for animals. A strong-will and a lot of heart is also important, as with any other medical office, you may see a number of injuries or illnesses that may turn the stomach or prove to be fatal in the end. So you may want to take this into consideration when choosing a career in the veterinary field.