Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
1. Course Objective:
Description: If you love working with animals, our online NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant Program can help you prepare for an in-demand career as a veterinary assistant and explore a career in veterinary sciences. With flexible online courses, you can build your industry knowledge at your own pace and apply what you've learned at a hands-on externship.
One of only 6 NAVTA-approved online veterinary assistant schools.
Competencies to be achieved: Courses help you prepare to sit for the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) exam
2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student, including testing, licensure):
Total Cost includes testing, licensure: Yes or No:
$1089.00
3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if the cost of books is included in tuition):
eBooks: 1
Textbook for Veterinary Assistant
Videos: 6 online videos
4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): NA
5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Luciana Coar
Email: Lucianna.coar@pennfoster.edu
Phone number: 570-961-4069
6. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.pennfoster.edu/programs/veterinary/veterinary-assistant-career-diploma
7. Additional information:
Admission Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent
Background check requirements licensing/credential: NA
Industry Standard background check requirements/restrictions for working in the occupation: NA
Other requirements needed:
Prerequisites:
8. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No:
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: NAVTA
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No:
Career Pathway (Explain):
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): This could be accepted I other areas and by other companies. It is not portable to another educational institution.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No:
Accrediting Agency and link to website:
9. Job Placement:
Does this program offer job placement services? (Yes/No):
If yes, please explain what support a student can receive to obtain employment upon training completion:
Details
Hours
580
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
3133 West Frye Rd, Suite 215, Chandler, Arizona
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
AVA Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
NA
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)
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
In-State Tuition
$1,089.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,089.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,089.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,089.00
