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University of Wyoming

Veterinary Asst. Program Available Online


Laramie, WY (September 25, 2007) –Do you love animals? Have you dreamed of earning a living by helping to keep animals safe, happy, and healthy? If so, then you'd be well-suited to a career as a Veterinary Assistant.

To get started, you might want to consider the new Veterinary Assistant Career Certificate Program now being offered by the University of Wyoming. This 485-hour online program was developed to teach you everything you need to know to jump into this rewarding field.

Participants will learn the basics of animal anatomy, physiology, and biology as they relate to the care and treatment of common pets, livestock, and lab animals. They'll acquire the essential skills needed to assist veterinary nurses in all aspects of basic treatment, surgery, and radiology. They'll also become proficient in the administrative practices and procedures involved in running a veterinary office.

Kathy Ruane, Chief Instructor of the Veterinary Assistant program, says, " I know firsthand just how rewarding and satisfying a career in veterinary care can be. People entering the field today are lucky because it offers more opportunities now than ever before. For those eager to get started in this exciting field, the Veterinary Assistant program is the perfect next step." 

Students can take the "Veterinary Assistant Certificate Program" from the convenience of their home or office, and at any time of the day or night. For more information about this program—part of a growing catalog of online courses—contact John Scozzafava, Online Coordinator for Online Courses at (307) 766-5634 or go online to www.ed2go.com/uwyo.

 

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For more information, please contact
Sheila Atwood-Couture at
(307) 766-5641 or satwood@uwyo.edu.