Veterinary Assisting (CCC)

• Leads to State or Organizational License or Certifications:  Certified Veterinary Assistant (FVMA CVA)
• Cost Associated with taking the exams:  $125 (included in lab fees)
• Where to take the exams:  Florida Veterinary Medical Association

This certificate is  part of the A.S. Veterinary Technology degree.

This is a one-year certificate program available part-time. The program aligns with the Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA) recommendations for certification for the state of Florida. Students will complete a task-oriented curriculum focused on skills required for assisting veterinary technicians and veterinarians in clinical practice and includes hands-on and clinical experiences under the guidance of veterinary and veterinary technician faculty.

Program-Specific Admissions Information: This is a limited-access program; student must submit a separate application to the program. Completion of the certificate program will serve as an acceleration mechanism for the A.S. Veterinary Technology degree at EFSC. Admission to both programs is limited.

Refer to the College Credit Certificate overview page to find information about admission, graduation, general education and other requirements. 

Visit the program page for more information or call (321) 433-7575.

Program  of Study

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Major Courses
ATE 1001	Introduction to the Veterinary Profession	1
ATE 1601	Principles of Nutrition for Veterinary Technicians	1
ATE 1636	Large Animal Clinical and Veterinary Technician Skills	2
ATE 1742	Applied Veterinary Medical Terminology	1
ATE 1943	Veterinary Work Experience 1	1
ATE 1944	Veterinary Work Experience 2	1
ATEC 2050	Small Animal Behavior	2
ATEL 1311	Veterinary Office Procedures	3
ATEL 1650	Introduction to Exam Room and Clinical Procedures	1
ATEL 1652	Introduction to Anesthesia, Surgery, and Radiography	1
Total Credit Hours		14

Course Sequence

Below is the recommended sequence for taking courses in this degree.  Using this guide and meeting with your assigned advisor each term is the key to successful program completion.

Please note that course prerequisites, including required developmental math, reading, or writing, need to be completed to continue on to the more advanced course. Click on the course number to see the requirements.

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
ATE 1636	Large Animal Clinical and Veterinary Technician Skills	2
ATE 1742	Applied Veterinary Medical Terminology	1
ATEL 1311	Veterinary Office Procedures	3
ATEL 1650	Introduction to Exam Room and Clinical Procedures	1
ATE 1001	Introduction to the Veterinary Profession	1
ATE 1943	Veterinary Work Experience 1	1
ATEC 2050	Small Animal Behavior	2
ATE 1601	Principles of Nutrition for Veterinary Technicians	1
ATE 1944	Veterinary Work Experience 2	1
ATEL 1652	Introduction to Anesthesia, Surgery, and Radiography	1
Total Credit Hours		14

Learning Outcomes

1. Use common veterinary management programs and other software for generating presentations, papers, practice management paperwork, and educational handouts.
   • Core Ability Supported: Process Information
2. Implement appropriate sanitation procedures for animal holding, working and housing areas.
   • Core Ability Supported: Work Cooperatively
3. Perform surgical preparation of a patient including clipping and scrubbing.
   • Core Ability Supported: Communicate Effectively