Hybrid blended format
Online coursework, live virtual classes, and asynchronous learning—plus labs and externship.
If you’re searching for a Veterinary Assistant program online, you’re likely looking for flexibility—but you also want practical training that prepares you to work confidently around animals in real clinical settings.
ACHT offers a flexible learning pathway with career-focused veterinary education for students interested in becoming a veterinary assistant and pursuing vet assistant certification.
Online coursework, live virtual classes, and asynchronous learning—plus labs and externship.
Balance work, family, and study with a structure that still keeps you accountable.
Connect with instructors in real time through structured online sessions.
On-campus lab training and externship build the practical confidence employers expect.
ACHT’s Veterinary Assistant Training Program is not a fully remote online veterinary assistant school. It uses live online classes (synchronous learning), flexible online assignments (asynchronous learning), on-campus practical lab training, and in-person externship.
Synchronous learning—connect with instructors in real time through virtual sessions.
Asynchronous coursework—complete assignments outside live sessions on your schedule.
Hands-on practical skills in equipped veterinary learning environments.
Real-world animal care exposure and workflow experience in the field.
Prepare for veterinary support roles with structured academics and practical readiness.
ACHT includes live synchronous online classes, where students connect with instructors in real time through virtual learning sessions.
In addition to scheduled virtual classes, students complete asynchronous online coursework—working on assignments outside live sessions on a more flexible schedule.
A strong online veterinary assistant program should prepare students for real work. That’s why ACHT includes externship experience as part of the Veterinary Assistant pathway.
American College of Healthcare and Technology campuses are institutionally accredited by ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools), a nationally recognized accrediting agency listed by the U.S. Department of Education.
Recognized accreditor for healthcare schools
Curriculum aligned with industry standards
A credential employers know and trust
Real graduates. Real outcomes. Real proof you can do this too.
“I always loved animals, but I never thought I could work with them professionally until I joined the program. The online classes were easy to balance with my job, and now I’m working at an animal clinic!”
“Being a full-time parent and working from home seemed impossible with school, but ACHT made it happen. The hands-on training in the labs helped me build the confidence I needed to work with animals every day.”
“Switching careers after 40 wasn’t easy, but the flexibility of the online veterinary program helped me transition smoothly. The program taught me everything I needed to succeed in a fast-paced veterinary office.”
No. ACHT uses a hybrid format that combines online learning with in-person lab work and externship.
Students can complete part of the program online, but hands-on training and externship are required in person.
Yes. Externship is included as part of the educational pathway.
Yes. ACHT campuses are accredited by ABHES.
Eligible students may qualify for federally funded financial aid options. If you have questions about veterinary assistant training cost, our admissions team can help explain available funding opportunities and payment options.
If you’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant program online that offers more than virtual lectures—one that combines online classes, flexible coursework, practical animal care training, accredited education, and externship experience—ACHT offers a strong career-focused path.