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V T 52A

VETERINARY ASSISTING I · 5 units

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About this course

First in a two-course series in the theory and practice of veterinary assisting focusing on the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for competent support to the veterinarian (DVM) and to the registered veterinary technician (RVT). Emphasis is on the practical aspects of front office management, working as part of the veterinary health care team. This course is taught entirely online and may be taken as a stand-alone class or may be combined with V T 52B and V T 88A to earn the Certificate of Achievement in Veterinary Assisting.

Sections this term

Winter 2027 · updated Oct 18, 11:09 PM UTC

No section is scheduled at Foothill College for Winter 2027. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

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Prerequisites

The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.

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