Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Course Objective: The Veterinary Assistant curriculum, which may be delivered in a traditional or blended format, provides students with education in the clinical, laboratory and administrative duties of a veterinary assistant. Courses cover animal anatomy and physiology, nursing skills, animal surgical assisting, pharmaceutical chemistry and application, animal restraint and patient services and front office skills, such as computer basics, telephone communication requirements and appointment-scheduling. The program includes an externship that allows students to practice skills in an actual veterinary health care setting.
Competencies to be achieved: Certificate of Achievement
Total Cost of Program:
Total Cost: $19,559
Program Cost: $19,524
STRF Fee: $10 Books & Supplies: included
Graduation Fees (cap & gown) *: $25.00
*Fee is NOT included in tuition. Students will need to cover those additional expenses themselves.
List of Supplies:
Carrington College uses technologies and equipment to support the learning process such as: model animals, anesthesia machines, autoclave, blood pressure equipment, cardiac monitor, microchip scanner, microscopes, scales, stethoscopes and examination tables.
WIOA Contact:
Name: Ali Shaub
Email: alissa.shaub@carrington.edu
Phone Number: (628) 239-1211
Direct Website link to the program: www.carrington.edu
Additional information: Carrington College’s Library Services and Tutoring Services are combined within the Student Success Center (SSC). The SSC is the hub on campus for all student academic support. Included are all library services combined with tutoring, student services and specialized support to accommodate student needs. Students should refer to the Student Success Center section in the student handbook for comprehensive information. Students should refer to the Career Services section in the student handbook for comprehensive information Carrington works with every student on job-search strategies, job-market orientation, resume writing and interviewing techniques. Career Services are available to all active students and graduates without charge. Students should refer to the Career Services section in the student handbook for comprehensive information..
Refund Policy: Please review the Academic Catalog on www.carrington.edu
Credentials:
• Industry Recognized: No
• Stackable: No
• Portable: No. Carrington College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges ACCJC/WASC www.accjc.org. Arizona campuses are licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Inquiries concerning the standards or school compliance may be directed to the Board at 1400 West Washington, Room 260, Phoenix, AZ 85007, (602) 542-5709, https://ppse.az.gov/.
• Accredited Curriculum: No.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
36
Hours
690
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
yes
Training Location(s)
1001 W. Southern Ave, Suite 130, Mesa AZ
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Type of Attainment:
Certificate of Achievement
Name of Credential
Certificate of Achievement
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell Grant, SEOG. Federal Direct Loan, Scholarships
Refund Policy
refer to academic catalog www.carrington.edu
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - ACCJC, WASC;
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Graduation Fees
$25.00 cap and gow for graduation
In-State Tuition
$19,524.00 program cost
Other Fees
$10.00 STRF Fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$19,524.00 program cost
Total In-State Program Cost
$19,559.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$19,559.00
