Veterinary Assisting Course Begins March 21 at Randolph Community College Archdale Center

Randolph Community College’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division is offering a new Veterinary Assisting course at the Archdale Center.

This course consists of 30 hours of classroom instruction with an eight-hour volunteer experience. Students are expected to complete the volunteer experience within the 10-week course schedule. Course topics will include nutrition, care, handling, and restraint of small animals. Other topics will cover anatomy and physiology, diseases, neoplasia, toxicities, preventive health and wellness, and surgical room procedures. Prerequisites: Minimum 18 years of age required. High school completion or equivalent recommended.

For more information, go to http://www.randolph.edu/headlines/1333-veterinary-assisting.html.