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Become a Veterinary Assistant (VA)

Veterinary Science Certificate Program (VSCP) participants (ages 12-adult) learn the skills necessary to become a veterinary assistant (VA). Graduates of the program earn the veterinary assistant (VA) title and classification, and are eligible for CVA certification through the Texas Veterinary Medical Association by examination. Available through participating high school, 4-H, or homeschool programs, or as an independent self-study program, including private individuals and military personnel and their families.

Curriculum Requirements – 100 lessons
75 core lessons and 25 lessons in chosen career track (i.e., clinical, One Health, or laboratory).

Apprenticeship Requirements – 500 hours
500 apprenticeship hours under a veterinary, One Health, or laboratory professional in chosen career track.

<li><a href=”http://www.tamu.edu/”>TAMU</a></li>
<li><a href=”http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/”>CVM</a></li>
<li><a href=”http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/vlcs/”>LACS</a></li>
<li><a href=”https://agrilifebookstore.org/”>Bookstore</a></li>
<li><a href=”http://agnews.tamu.edu/”>Ag News</a></li>
<li><a href=”http://texashelp.tamu.edu/”>TxEDEN</a></li>

Print Curriculum Resources

Print editions are available through the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Bookstore at: agrilifebookstore.org

Clinical Track: Veterinary Science: Preparatory Training for the Veterinary Assistant
– Sample Lesson
One Health Track: One Health Science & Technology
– Sample Lesson
Laboratory Track: Laboratory Science & Technology
– Sample Lesson

Web Curriculum Resources

Web-based resources are available through Texas A&M AgriLife Exension Conference Services at: agriliferegister.tamu.edu