Animal Care & Veterinary Assistant 2-in-1 Training Course

Learn animal care and veterinary assistant skills in one online course. Perfect for pet lovers seeking rewarding roles in animal services.

Overview:
Take your passion for animals one step further with this dual-focus course—Animal Care & Veterinary Assistant Training—designed for those who want to gain a broad understanding of animal welfare alongside entry-level veterinary support skills. Whether you’re interested in supporting animal shelters, working with domestic pets, or stepping into the world of veterinary environments, this course covers the essentials from nutrition and health to behaviour and basic clinical procedures.

You’ll explore a mix of animal care fundamentals and veterinary assistant responsibilities, building your knowledge of animal handling, hygiene, common conditions, and record-keeping. It’s an ideal blend for learners keen to assist in both home and clinical animal settings. Study flexibly, online, and build strong theoretical foundations that can be applied to a range of roles involving animals—without needing to scrub in or handle any fur just yet.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand animal health, nutrition, and environmental needs in detail.
• Identify common pet illnesses and their appropriate care responses.
• Learn ethical animal handling and welfare responsibilities clearly.
• Gain insight into the role of a veterinary assistant effectively.
• Understand veterinary terminology and basic clinic administration.
• Explore hygiene standards, patient prep, and record management.

Who is this Course For:

• Individuals interested in animal care careers or support roles.
• Pet owners seeking to improve their animal welfare knowledge.
• Students preparing for roles in veterinary support positions.
• Jobseekers exploring entry-level positions with animals.
• Volunteers supporting shelters or animal care organisations.
• Animal lovers wanting to build structured knowledge of pet care.
• Learners aiming to assist veterinary teams in non-clinical tasks.
• People curious about animal health without medical responsibilities.

Career Path:

• Animal Care Assistant – £19,000 per year
• Veterinary Receptionist – £21,000 per year
• Kennel Worker – £18,500 per year
• Veterinary Care Assistant – £20,500 per year
• Animal Shelter Worker – £19,200 per year
• Dog Daycare Attendant – £19,800 per year