Veterinary Assistant Program Tuition & Scholarship Opportunities
Veterinary Assistant School Costs for Students
Tuition for the ABC Veterinary Assistant Program starts at just $1,199.00
This cost covers your online veterinary assistant course which includes our program manager team to assist you with the curriculum, as well as our in person, real world training portion of the program with a veterinary facility. ABC sets you up with one of their experienced and tested mentor facilities so there is no need for you to try to find your own mentor or facility to volunteer at to get hands-on experience!
Enrolling in a vet assistant school is a smart choice if you are serious about a career in veterinary medicine. Lots of people dream of becoming a veterinary assistant and working with animals. As a result, there can be stiff competition for jobs. However, successful completion and acquisition of a certificate in a qualified veterinary assistant program, can give you a leg up in your job hunt.
Certificate programs vary in cost, quality, and scholarship opportunities. Animal Behavior College offers one of only a very few select online programs approved by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America (NAVTA).
Vet Assistant Career Earning Potential
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Salary.com & Indeed.com 2024. Hourly rates may vary in your area.
Tuition covers:
- All required digital study materials, including our updated, revamped curriculum
- 46 educational videos
- In person, real world experience with a minimum of 100 hours in a veterinary facility that ABC coordinates for you
- Student support from your personally appointed Program Manager
- Pet CPR and First Aid Certification (good for 2 years)
- Lifetime approval as an ABC Veterinary Assistant (ABCVA) upon successful completion
- ABC Alumni Membership
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Full Scholarships Available to Qualified U.S. Military Spouses
Animal Behavior College is proud to be a part of the MyCAA Financial Assistance program. This program offers eligible military spouses up to $4,000 of tuition assistance that can be used toward their veterinary assistant course.
The MyCAA provides 100% tuition assistance to all eligible applicants. Eligible applicants include spouses of Active Duty members of the Department of Defense and activated members of the National Guard and Reserve Components. For more detailed eligibility requirements, visit our Military Spouse Benefits page.
Since our NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant Program qualifies for a full tuition scholarship under MyCAA, applicants can get started with only a $75 application fee. To learn more about your eligibility, call 800-795-3294.
Payment Arrangements and Available Discounts
| You Pay | When you |
|---|---|
| $1,199.00 | Our lowest tuition price! Pay in full by the enrollment deadline and save $4,431.00. Questions, call us at 800-795-3294. |
| $2,000.00 | Pay a low $150.00 initial deposit and 12 payments of $154.17 per month. No credit check! |
| $3,951.84 | Pay a $0 deposit and 24 payments of $164.66 per month. No credit check! Enroll now and start your program after your first payment of $164.66. |
| $4,200.00 – $5,630.00 | Pay through a third-party. Range depends on necessary reporting, invoicing and additional paperwork. |
100% Financing Available to Eligible Students
Looking for payment options more customized to your needs? We have other plans available! Please contact us directly to discuss eligibility requirements and payment arrangements customized to fit your needs
Financing your education allows you to learn now and pay later. Our amazing finance plans have many benefits.
- Very low monthly payments
- Ability to enroll for $0 down and start learning after just one tuition payment
- Quick and easy application process
- No prepayment penalties for early pay off of loan
*Some financing options are serviced by Tuition Options
Veterinary Assistant Program Requirements
- Physical Requirements
- Veterinary Assistant Program Course Catalog
- Annual Reports
- Performance Fact Sheet
We accept checks, money orders and all major credit cards.
