OUR CATALOG

 

 

 

75 W Central Ave

Springboro OH 45066

937-748-1378

 

2015

School Calendar

 

Class Days – The Veterinary Assistant School consists of Home Study and Clinical experience. Home Study is completed at home. Your Clinical rotations are to be completed at Springboro Veterinary Hospital.

 

Term – Each Term is 10 weeks

 

Attendance is not taken, and Absenteeism is to be made-up at your discretion.

Certificate will not be awarded if all work is not completed before Graduation date.

 

Holidays – The Veterinary Assistant School is closed on all major Holidays

 

Snow Days– The Veterinary Assistant School follows Springboro School closings

 

Tuition Refund Policy

Uniform Tuition Refund Policy

 

• An enrollment agreement or application may be canceled within five calendar days after the date of signing provided the school is notified of the cancellation in writing. The school shall promptly refund in full all tuition and fees paid under the enrollment agreement. Such refund shall be made no later than thirty days after cancellation. This provision does not apply where the student has already started classes.

 

• Our refund policy as set forth in this rule will be uniformly applied to all students unless the use of local, federal, or state financial aid funds mandates the use of the refund policy required by another government entity.

 

• Refunds will be made within 30 days after the school has determined that a student has withdrawn unless another refund period is mandated by the use of state or federal financial aid funds. If a student ceases attending school but does not officially notify the school of their withdrawal the school will treat the student as withdrawn within 60 days of the students last day of attendance.

 

• A student’s withdrawal date used to calculate refunds shall be the student’s last date of attendance and participation in an academic activity.

 

• Clock Hour Program Refund Calculations

 

• A student who starts classes and withdraws before the academic term is 15% completed will be obligated for 25% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.

 

• A student who starts classes and withdraws after the academic term is 15% complete but before the academic term is 25% completed will be obligated for 50% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.

 

• A student who starts classes and withdraws after the academic term is 25% complete but before the academic term is 40% completed will be obligated for 75% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.

 

 A student who starts classes and withdraws after the academic term is 40% completed will not be entitled to a refund of the tuition and fees.

 

Enrollment Dates

Students begin classes on an individual basis, whenever they choose to start

 

Entrance Requirements

To be admitted to the Veterinary Assistant School the perspective student must fill out an application, pay the application fee, set up an Enrollment Interview, and schedule a minimum of 4 hours of shadowing. Because this is a training school for entry-level employment at a Small Animal Veterinary Hospital, no prior experience is needed, but a High School Diploma or GED is required. After a personal interview and acceptance, students must pay their tuition, purchase their books, and have their school uniform, before starting classes.

 

Program Requirements

The Veterinary Assistant School is a 10-week program consisting of 40 hours Home Study and shadowing hours of your choice, in the Hospital.

Graduation Requirements

To receive a Certificate from The Veterinary Assistant School the student must pass 40 hours of Home Study work with a 70% or greater score.

 

Attendance

Attendance will not be monitored at the Veterinary Assistant School All work must be completed prior Graduation.

 

Unsatisfactory Performance

Performance is measured at the Veterinary Assistant School on a Pass / Fail basis and by completion of all sections. If a student fails or does not complete a section, there will be time to makeup that section until passing or completion.

 

If a students program is interrupted or terminated for unsatisfactory work or attendance, that student can makeup that work or time and still receive a Certificate after passing the program.

 

There is not a probationary period for unsatisfactory progress. The student can re-enter the program at any time; they just have to complete the program in 10 weeks with passing grades.

 

Grading

Grading at VAS uses a Pass/Fail method with an overall passing score of 70% on all weekly lessons. The VAS Instructor will determine Clinical performance and participation.

 

Programs

10 Week Classes: This ten-week program requires clinical’s at Springboro Veterinary Hospital, and the Home Study work can be completed at home.

One Week All Day Classes: This program is for students that have time constraints, e.g. out of state students, on vacation from a job, etc. First, all 10 Home Study materials are completed at home; then the clinical’s are completed at Springboro Veterinary Hospital. This is an intense course and the tuition is higher.

Courses

Home Study:

1) Office Standards, Conduct, and Terminology (4 Hours)

This course teaches the standards of Care, Service, Conduct, Appearance, and Communication. Veterinary Medical Terminology is also taught in this section.

2) Dentistry (4 Hours)

This course teaches the information necessary to communicate to a client the necessity of dental care for their pet.

3) Ears (4 Hours)

This course prepares students to understand the diagnosis and treatment of common ear diseases in dogs and cats, and how to interact with the client regarding the problem.

4) Fleas (4 Hours)

This course teaches the fundamentals of the physiology, identification, and control of fleas. The Life Cycle, diseases caused by fleas, products and protocols, and client communication will be discussed.

5) Heartworms (4 Hours)

This course teaches the diagnosis and treatment of Heartworm disease. Prevention is focused upon, along with the different products.

6) Internal Parasites (4 Hours)

This course teaches the importance of internal parasites to the health of animals, how to perform fecal tests, identification of parasites, life cycles, client communication, the medications used for treatment, and public health significance of internal parasites.

7) Nutrition (4 Hours)

This course teaches the fundamentals of nutrition, so you can help clients make intelligent decisions regarding the health of their pet.

8) Animal Behavior (4 hours)

This course teaches the stages of puppy and kitten socialization, Ethology, training equipment and techniques, restraint, and housebreaking.

9) Vaccinations (4 Hours)

This course teaches the theory behind vaccines, the different vaccines available, the protocols for dogs and cats, and how to administer vaccines.

10) Dermatology (4 Hours)

This course teaches skin diseases and therapy as it applies to small animal veterinary practice.

 

Tuition and Fees

Tuition:

10 week Class: 3,995.00 + fees

One week all day: 4,995.00  + fees

Fees:

Application            $  25.00

Pillars Notebook   $130.00

Lab                           $100.00

Uniform Rental     $40.00

Total Fees:             $295.00

*Additional textbook to be purchased online separately

 

Tuition and fee charges are subject to change at the school’s discretion. Any tuition or fee increases will become effective for the school term following student notification of the increase.

 

**Room and board is NOT included for out of state students.

 

Payment 

All fees at The Veterinary Assistant School are to be paid before classes begin.

 

Credit for Previous Education, Training, or Experience

 The Veterinary Assistant School does not accept transfer credit nor allow credit for prior experience.

 

 

Faculty

Dr. Gary G. Beall D.V.M. ……………………. Administrator & Professor

30 years as a Veterinarian, and trainer for many assistants, with working knowledge of the texts and labs offered at the Veterinary Assistant School.

Mrs. Jatana L. Rees……………….Advanced Certified Veterinary Assistant

“J” was the first graduate of The Veterinary Assistant School and was

instrumental in the development of the program.

 

Scholarships & Grants

The Veterinary Assistant School does not offer scholarships, nor have access to institutional grants.

 

Grievances

Initial complaints are to be directed toward the Veterinary Assistant School Administrator; so all concerns can be addressed promptly and at the location of the school.

 

If initial attempts at settlement are not satisfactory, then subsequent meetings will be scheduled and all parties will make an honest attempt to resolve concerns.

 

Advanced Veterinary Assistant Program

 The Veterinary Assistant School offers an Advanced Veterinary Assistant Certificate program for our Veterinary Assistant graduates, or for others who have equivalent experience. Inquire with school administration for details.