I don't know where else to put this thread >w<

I am currently a senior. So graduation isn't too far away.

My career goal is to become a Veterinary Assistant. And I would prefer online college courses.

I have researched so many colleges, read about them, and read reviews.

At first, Penn Foster seemed like a top choice. It's AVMA accredited (which is what Vet employers look for) and has a small tuition cost. Many people have gone there and some have liked it and some have thought it was a huge waste.

One review said the employers she went too were not impressed that her education had been from Penn Foster. But Penn Foster seems so promising. Then there are scam reports that Penn Foster does scam its students. It steals their money and even fails to deliver supplies they need. But some of those reports did look fake. I am unsure about this college. Not to mention, on talktothevet.com Penn Foster is a recommended college.

Another college I looked into at first was Ashworth. It is not AVMA accredited and I don't like that. I also read scam reports and that it isn't impressive to employers, but my mom attended the online college and she was never scammed. She had a job after attending the college and that was that. It was simple for her and it didn't cost nearly as much as it would to attend a real college.

Next is Cedar Valley College, Purdue University, and St. Petersburg College.

I'm currently researching these.

What are your reviews? Do you have any information for me? Any advice? I'd appreciate any help.

Living in the uk, I don't know much about the american system, but I would have thought a vet course would involve lots of hands on experience, so doing it over the interent might not be the best option, on the other hand I know in america, these things cost so much more than the UK.

I think the best thing to do would be to see if you can talk to past/current students and see what their experiences were like, I think you need something acredited, in order to secure future employment. Is there no protection to stop you being scammed?

I agree with tea party. In my mind, becoming a veterinary assistant requires hands-on work and experience. Why do you want to go to college online? You're a high school senior; you have plenty of time to follow your career path. Many people who go to online trade schools do so when they are older and too busy with a full-time job and/or taking care of their family to go back to school. My good friend almost went to one of those schools. Her friend actually did, and after learning that she paid $30,000 for the school and graduated making only $12 an hour, my friend chose community college instead. Community college is much, much cheaper than university and you can still get a quality education. Plus you will be able to make friends and receive help and advice from counselors, teachers, and classmates. Also, if you end up deciding that veterinary assistant is not the career for you after taking a couple classes, it's easy to switch to a different major.

I am a student at a community college. If your goal is to be a Veterinary Assistant continue to do your research as you are doing now. Some community colleges offer online courses. It is up to you what you want to do. The best advice you get will be from your parents and your school advisers. If you can go to a college campus and get a feel for the place. The administration will be able to tell you things you need to know about the program you choose.

Another thing you need to consider is how you pay for college. If you have the tuition already saved up you do not need to worry. But if you need to take out student loans go to the Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) web site this year if you have not already. You will find the most valuable information there.

I wouldn't imagine that an online course can give you the proper education you need. Being a veterinary assistant requires hands on experience with animals and people, not just book-learning stuff. I'd look into some brick-and-mortar colleges too, since that seems to be better for your field. I'm pretty certain you'll be allowed to take certain classes through the internet too, if that really strikes your fancy. :]

Yes, but many vets have actually gone online and have received work.

An experienced vet recommended Penn Foster as an online course to take.

I am wanting to a vet assistant. That doesn't require a lot of medicine and operations and what not. I will be assisting the vet and I will be learning on the job.