Veterinary

If you want to work with animals, take the first step toward a new career with one of Penn Foster's online veterinary training programs. These affordable programs are all offered online, and can be taken at your own pace. From accredited college degree programs to career diplomas and undergraduate certificates, you can find the veterinary training option that is right for you.

AVG SALARY**

$38,240/yr

NUMBER OF JOBS**

122,900

JOB GROWTH**

21%

Popular Veterinary Programs

In Demand

Veterinary Assistant

Career Diploma

Penn Foster's online NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant Program can help you prepare to take the next steps toward a career working with animals.

12 months As low as $59/mo

In Demand

Veterinary Technician

Associate Degree

Penn Foster's online, AVMA-CVTEA accredited Vet Tech Program can help prepare you for a career working in veterinary medicine.

9 months per semester As low as $75/mo

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Pet Grooming

Certificate

Train to work in a veterinary clinic or pet store, or learn how to properly care for your own animal.

2 months As low as $50/mo

All Veterinary Programs

8 Programs

Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor

Career Diploma 5 months As low as $59/mo

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Pet Grooming

Certificate 2 months As low as $50/mo

In Demand

Veterinary Assistant

Career Diploma 12 months As low as $59/mo

man petting a dog at front desk in a lobby.

Veterinary Practice Management

Undergrad. Cert. 12 months As low as $69/mo

In Demand

Veterinary Technician

Associate Degree 9 months per semester As low as $75/mo

Veterinary Technology

Bachelor's Degree 8 months per semester As low as $75/mo

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A client and her cat during a telehealth appointment.

Veterinary Team Telehealth

Certificate 1 month As low as $59/mo

wildlife and forestry professional standing outside.

Wildlife/Forestry Conservation

Career Diploma 4 months As low as $59/mo

Our Proven Veterinary Learning Model

Empowering students to reach their professional goals

Flexible

Self-paced
Online
Start anytime

Interactive

Digital textbooks
Interactive assessments
Audio and video content

Supportive

Credentialed Instructor assistance
Student Services
Learning Resource Center

Connected

Career services
Live support
Academic guidance

Help Me Decide

Resources to help you choose the right veterinary program for you.

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Which is right for you?

Need help deciding which level of program to pursue?

Career Certificate

Typically takes less than 6 months to complete
Focus on job-specific skills needed for success in certain occupations
For people looking to update their skills or pursue an interest in a field

Career Diploma

Time to complete can vary depending on the program
Provides the skills to prepare an individual to move to a new career path
Help you prepare for industry recognized certifications

Undergraduate Certificate

Typically takes less than a year to complete
College credits may be applied to a future Penn Foster degree program
Learn occupation specific skills for a new field

Associate Degree

Multi-semester, long form college program
Includes general education courses plus occupation specific curriculum
Helps prepare people for occupations that require a degree

Bachelor's Degree

Multi-semester, long form college program
Includes general education course plus occupation specific curriculum
Helps prepare people for occupations that require a degree

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Jump-start your college education, earn credits toward a degree, or learn new skill.

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Looking for veterinary training for your workers?

Penn Foster currently works with hundreds of leading employers to meet their unique organizational needs.

Banfield Animal Hospital, VCA Animal Hospitals, NVA, BluePearl, SVP logos.

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Veterinary Student Stories

Penn Foster’s veterinary training programs help students prepare for the next step in their veterinary career path. These programs have helped recent graduates learn at their own pace, find new jobs, and qualify for promotions. Learn more about their experiences and how Penn Foster worked for them.

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Jenny P.

2024 Veterinary Technician Graduate

“I love animals, so I did some research and found that Penn Foster is accredited and I went for it. Man, I wish I would've done it sooner! After five years of struggling and hard work and never giving up, here I am and I am so thankful. When I was in my first year of school, I was interviewed and hired on at Banfield pet hospital and since then my entire life has changed. I LOVE LOVE LOVE what I do there and when I received my license in GA, I got a $7 raise!”

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Disclaimer:

*Start for $20 offer applies to select programs.

Sources:

**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, "Veterinary Technologists and Technicians." Accessed October 2, 2023.

Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.