Veterinary Office Assistant

NorQuest College offers a fast-paced 12-week Veterinary Office Assistant program designed to equip students with the administrative skills necessary for supporting veterinarians and technicians. The curriculum focuses on customer service, billing, veterinary medical terminology, and medical record-keeping.

Graduates will be prepared to manage client and pet health information, schedule appointments, and ensure efficient operation within veterinary settings.

Admission Requirements

• Language Arts (one of the following or equivalent): 50% in English Language Arts 30-1, 65% in English Language Arts 30-2, 50% in ESLG 1860, or 65% in ESLG 1898
• Mathematics (one of the following or equivalent): 65% in MATH 1905 or 50% in Mathematics 10-3
• Academic Assessment: Applicants may meet requirements through a free assessment after submitting an application.

What You’ll Learn

• Professional Communication – Develop effective written and verbal communication skills for veterinary office environments.
• Office and Computer Applications – Use essential office software and veterinary-specific computer applications to manage administrative tasks.
• Veterinary Terminology and Health Systems – Learn key veterinary terms and concepts related to animal health and care.
• Administrative Procedures – Perform scheduling, billing, record-keeping, and client service tasks in a veterinary setting.
• Practical Application – Apply learned skills in a real-world veterinary office through hands-on practicum experience.
• Ethical and Professional Standards – Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making in veterinary office settings.