This course will be suitable for someone who helps at a veterinary practice on a part-time or spare-time basis & who is interested in animal welfare generally&44; perhaps wanting to make a career in veterinary practice; or if you simply caring for your own pets. About Our Veterinary Support Assistant Course Our course provides an interesting & rewarding means of acquiring the necessary knowledge to become proficient in basic aspects of animal care & welfare in the context of veterinary nursing. The course comprises 16 modules including veterinary terminology&44; anatomy/physiology&44; animal handling&44; diagnosis&44; disease & operation care What are my options after the course? You could look to get a job as either a veterinary care assistant or animal nursing assistant. You would also be eligible to apply to vet practices&44; kennels&44; animal charities&44; even wildlife establishments to provide assistance & support. Potential earnings in these roles can be up to &194;&163;40&44;000+*pa. If you wish to advance your career further & take on additional responsibility in the future you might continue your training with a veterinary nurse course or even go on to take a university degree in veterinary nursing or surgery. This could open up more challenging & interesting opportunities such as working in zoos & parks&44; or doing research in labs&44; universities etc; perhaps even work in a pharmaceutical related area. * Source: Payscale.com&44; Oct. 2012