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What is need to become a petcare associate?

I love seeing people with pets and always wonder why not at least try to do since I have pets.

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Jose if you love animals and would find it rewarding working with them, a veterinary assistant may be the career for you. Veterinary assistants spend their days providing medical and health care assistance to animals. There are relatively minor education requirements to become a veterinary assistant, and certification is optional. A veterinary assistant helps a veterinarian provide medical and health care for animals. Their duties include taking blood samples and administrating medication to animals, as well as assisting during examinations and procedures. A high school diploma is the minimum requirement for veterinary assistants, though there are several certificate and associate degree programs that can provide adequate training and education for the job. Most veterinary office train assistants through on-the-job training.

Though high school graduates can qualify academically for a job as a veterinary assistant, there are several educational options available at the college level. Degree or certificate programs are often supplemented by on-the-job training or through an internship or externship. Community colleges with a veterinarian assistant program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association may offer a 2-year associate's degree program for interested students. Alternatively, 4-year bachelor of science programs are available at some colleges and universities for students looking for additional education. Regardless of the program, work experience is the most common path for this job.

Hope this is helpful Jose
Thank you comment icon Thanks for the comment and I will work hard to achieve the goal to later get a professional job. Jose
Thank you comment icon Invest in your future today Jose and you'll enjoy a lifetime of working with pets. Doc Frick
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Rebecca’s Answer

Hey Jose!

One of my friends just recently got a job as an administrative assistant at an animal hospital, which is a great foot in the door to working closer with animals.

Otherwise you could pursue studies in zoology or work towards a vet degree?

Best of luck!
Thank you comment icon Thank you for the advice. Jose
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