Certificate in Equine Veterinary Assistant
Pursue Your Equine Vet Assistant Education at Post University!Program Overview
Interested in a future working with horses? Post University is here to help you pursue your goals with our Certificate in Equine Veterinary Assistant program. This program explores principles of equine care as well as the roles and responsibilities typically performed by assistants in the large animal veterinary field, including clerical and office procedures.
Core coursework for your equine certificate program covers general biology, veterinary medical and scientific terminology, equine medical management, and more. The curriculum also covers how to perform typical vet assistant duties, including client contact, patient handling and restraint, pharmacy and inventory management, technical and surgical preparation and assistance, nursing care, laboratory specimen preparation, and assistance with common diagnostic imaging modalities.
Curriculum
Program Requirements – 23 Total Credits
Equine Veterinary Assistant Certificate: 23 Required Credits
Industry-Focused Curriculum for Professional Skills
Coursework for your program is designed to help you build the foundation of insights necessary to:
- Understand the roles and expectations of equine vet assistants toward patients, veterinarians, and horse owners.
- Facilitate collaboration among members of the care management team.
- Develop specialized skills with on-the-job internship experiences.
- Build professional skills for communicating, critical thinking, and decision making.
- And more!
Sample Courses
General Biology I
General Biology I provides the foundations in biology for majors and non-majors, and is the first part of a two-semester series. The course focuses on the nature of science, origin of life, biochemistry, metabolism, photosynthesis, cell biology, genetics, the evidence and history of the theory of evolution, and how organisms are classified.
Medical and Scientific Terminology
This course introduces students to common terminology within the medical and scientific professions. Medicine and science use clear and precise terminology globally to communicate within the profession. Terminology can be a barrier to communication among non-professionals and to learning and understanding scientific material. This course breaks down the language of medicine and science into simpler prefixes, roots, and suffixes that are then assembled into various combinations. By the end of the course, students will be able to remember, define, pronounce, spell, and construct thousands of medical terms.
Equine Veterinary Assisting
This course explores the roles and expectations of an equine veterinary assistant. Study is focused on the knowledge needed to assist with procedures and provide supportive nursing, as well as concerns related to safety, organization, efficiency, and time management. Office practices and client interaction are incorporated throughout, with an emphasis on professional and ethical behavior.
Equine Medical Management
This course provides an in-depth look at various aspects of preventive medicine, diagnosis, and treatment of medical concerns in equines. The course examines the roles of owner, stable manager, veterinarian, and complementary practitioners with the goal of understanding how best to facilitate collaborative relationships among the members of the care management team. In addition, students have the opportunity to learn how to assess the seriousness of any equine medical problem and take appropriate action.
The sample courses listed are intended to illustrate the types of coursework included in this program. Course offerings and requirements may change. Please consult the official University Catalog for current and complete program information.
Licensing Disclosure
Licensure and Program Disclosures
The Certificate in Equine Veterinary Assistant is not designed to fulfill the educational requirements for any professional credential, such as a state veterinary technician license.
Post University assists in researching and providing information regarding licensure; however, each state has different requirements for such licensure outside of the required education. Such state requirements may include licensure exams, background checks, certain work experience, and more. It is ultimately the responsibility of each student to manage their own licensure process and to ensure that all requirements are met in order for the student to obtain licensure. Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body and does not guarantee licensure. Requirements for licensure are subject to change without notice.
This certificate is available only to students with a declared major or minor in Equine Studies.
Learn about veterinary certification requirements, which vary by state, through the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America: https://www.navta.net/.
Visit the University Catalog >> for Curriculum, Course Descriptions, and Program Outcomes.
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Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
Post University’s undergraduate admissions process is structured to be accessible for students planning to study online or on campus. All applicants must complete an admissions application and demonstrate high school completion or an equivalent credential.
Acceptable documentation includes:
- An official high school transcript showing graduation
- A General Education Development (GED) certificate or equivalent diploma
- A home-school transcript recognized by the student’s state
- An associate degree transcript
- Official college-level credit, typically 60 or more semester hours, that may apply toward a bachelor’s degree
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Tuition Reductions →
Tuition reductions are available for eligible active-duty military service members, veterans, public safety professionals, education partners, alumni, and others who qualify.
Scholarships →
Post University offers a variety of institutional scholarships. Dedicated scholarship advisors assist students in identifying both institutional and relevant external scholarship opportunities.
Financial Aid →
Federal financial aid programs are available for many degree programs for students who qualify.
Transfer Credits →
Post University will evaluate course credit completed at eligible institutions, as well as credit earned through approved examinations or prior learning experiences, for potential transfer.
Military Benefits →
Military education benefits extend to active-duty service members, reservists, veterans, their families, and eligible Department of Defense civilian employees.
Student Loans →
Federal and private loan programs may be available to students who qualify.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Could I Do with an Equine Vet Assistant Certificate?
Upon completion of this Certificate in Equine Veterinary Assistant program, you may gain knowledge and techniques for working with equines and other large animals. Additionally, the program explores business management best practices as well as principles of equine care based on a foundation of equine wellness, allowing for some versatility in a large animal or equine practice.
What does an equine vet assistant study?
A student in an equine vet assistant school or program, such as the certificate program offered at Post University, will have the opportunity to learn about biology, common diagnostic imaging modalities, medical terminology, technical and surgical preparation and assistance, patient handling and restraint, and office procedures to help assist veterinarians in ambulatory or clinical practice.
What is the difference between a vet tech and vet assistant?
Veterinary assistants may help with day-to-day clerical work, scheduling, and the feeding and care of animals while working directly under the supervision of a veterinarian or a veterinary technician.
A veterinary technician can help administer medicine, draw blood, prepare animals for surgery, perform initial checkups, assist in surgery, and more. This career requires a formal education that is not provided at Post. It may also require licensure (depending on state requirements).
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This certificate is available only to students with a declared major or minor in Equine Studies.
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