Online Veterinary Assistant Training FAQs

Program Questions

Can I contact instructors and how quickly do they respond?

Yes! Our instructors can be contacted via phone, email, or private message directly from your course. They will get back to you as soon as possible, and guarantee they will respond within 48 business hours or less.

Is the specific software and technology you need to use for the program?

Our online courses are designed to be compatible with modern computers. The following minimal technical requirements: Intel Pentium 4 or higher, Speakers, 250 MB free of hard drive space, Windows 7 or higher, or OSK. Internet access. To get more details please review our course catalog here: USCI Certificate Course Catalog

Is this the best online veterinary assistant school?

We firmly believe that USCI is the top online veterinary assistant school in the nation. Our curriculum is laid out in easy to learn step-by-step lessons.

Career Outlook Questions

Where can I work as a veterinary assistant?

Demand for highly skilled Veterinary Assistants can be found in veterinarian offices, pet stores, kennels, breeding and livestock farms, grooming salons, ranches, zoos, laboratories, colleges and universities, and research facilities.

Will this program help me get a job?

Yes. Although our program doesn’t guarantee job placement, you will learn all the necessary information to get a job as a veterinary assistant. We also offer a Career Coach program that will help you prepare your resume.

Tuition and Financing Questions

How much does a veterinary assistant course cost?

Tuition for this program is $589 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.

Do you offer financial aid, scholarships, or grants?

No, since our programs are designed with affordability in mind we are unable to offer financial aid or scholoarships.

What is your refund policy?

If the student cancels within five (5) calendar days of enrollment, the student may cancel the enrollment and is entitled to a full refund of all monies paid. Our full refund policy can be found in the USCI Certificate Course Catalog.

Is it a subscription service?

No. USCI is a pay-by-program school, meaning that each program has its own set price.

Do you have any hidden fees?

Nope! We pride ourselves on having no hidden fees!

Why is your tuition so much more affordable than so many other schools?

At U.S. Career Institute, we are able to offer competitive, affordable prices because of our proprietary, in-house learning system. We are then able to pass on these savings to our students.