If you love working with animals, take the first step toward your new career with AACC’s Veterinary Assisting program.
Reviewed by the Maryland Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, this program delivers hands-on veterinary assisting training and real-world experience in a vet’s office.
Veterinary assistant training consists of two courses:
Note: Students must register for both classes to enroll in the program.
The total program cost for Anne Arundel County residents is $1,310, including tuition and fees.
Learn more about costs and scholarships
If interested in this program, you must:
Students taking continuing education classes don't need to apply for admission to AACC. Just check out our course search, choose a program or course that interests you, register and make your payment. Registration for the winter and spring semesters is open. Registration for summer 2026 opens April 14!
Learn more about registering for continuing education courses.
If you have previously taken classes at AACC, you must log in using your AACC account. New students will be able to create a temporary account in the checkout process.
If you would like help, email the Instructional Support Center or call 410-777-2325.
Upon registering for your course, regularly check your MyAACC account and AACC email for class and general updates from the college. Due to FERPA regulations, all official college communications must be sent to your AACC student email. This includes class cancellation and waitlist notifications. For assistance accessing MyAACC, visit our email instructional page or contact the Technical Service Desk. For Spanish translation, visit our translated webpage.