Become a
Veterinary Tech
Prepare yourself for a future in the world of veterinary medicine.
Ready to start? OCVAS can show you the way.
Our Mission
It is the Mission of OC Veterinary Assistant School to provide students with an affordable educational option to achieve their desired professional goals as an accredited Veterinary Assistant or Alternate Route Registered Veterinary Technician. OC Veterinary Assistant School is committed to helping those working in a veterinary hospital to further their knowledge and skills, and to help those aspiring to work in an animal hospital become a welcome addition to the veterinary industry.

Like to work with Animals?
OCVAS specializes in training veterinary professionals. Learn from Veterinarian’s, RVT’s, and Education Professionals with decades of experience. Whether you are looking to begin working with animals or have many years of experience, we have the right classes for you.
Our Programs
The Veterinary Attendant Program is a 12-week introduction to the fundamentals of veterinary nursing for those new to the field. Through classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and a short externship, students learn how to support animal care by assisting with feeding, restraint, and basic diagnostics.
The Veterinary Assistant Program is designed for students already working in an animal hospital who want to build on their skills and advance in the field. Assistants perform a wide range of duties including animal restraint, administering treatments, dispensing medications, and supporting both clinical staff and clients. This program is also the first step in meeting California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) requirements to become a licensed veterinary technician.
The Alternate Route Veterinary Technician Candidate Program is a one-semester course for OC Veterinary Assistant Program graduates who have completed 4,415 hours of supervised work under a California-licensed veterinarian. It focuses on technician-specific skills and fulfills the California Veterinary Medical Board’s Alternate Route requirements, making students eligible to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE).
Choose The Right Campus
Garden Grove
12752 Garden Grove Blvd Suite 250
Garden Grove, Orange County 92843
Lake Forest
23161 Lake Center Dr. Suite 235
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Classes Beginning Soon
Veterinary Attendant Program
For those just beginning their future in veterinary medicine and have no, or little experience in a clinical setting.
Level 1 Veterinary Assistant
Intended for those who have either finished the Veterinary Attendant Program or have clinical experience.
Level 2 Veterinary Technician
Intended for advanced students who have completed the Level I Class requirements and can pass the Level II Assessment Exam.
About our School
Putting Students First
At OC Veterinary Assistant School, we provide students with a rich and diverse learning environment and the most up-to-date veterinary technology. We are here to walk with you through your journey to becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician. Our school is owned and operated by Veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and Education Professionals.
At OCVAS we offer a unique method to becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician or Attendant. Our programs enable you to work at a veterinary clinic while attending classes. Veterinary Attendant students are given an internship at a local veterinary hospital alongside their classes, giving a real sense of what it takes to be a Veterinary Attendant, Receptionist, Assistant, or Technician. Our goal is to have you pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) with ease by experiencing hands-on learning.

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Begin Your Journey
Learn more about our programs or explore our two campuses to find the perfect fit for you.
We offer an Alternate Route Veterinary Technician program and other animal care programs.
