Level 2 Veterinary Receptionist Course Online

Cost£1,050.00
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyVETSKILL

About this course

Level 2 Veterinary Receptionist Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around work or volunteering.

The course covers front-of-house skills for a veterinary setting. You'll study customer service, clinical record-keeping, and the specialist knowledge receptionists need day to day. You can start at any time of year, and the course typically takes up to 12 months to complete. You'll need to be working or volunteering in a veterinary reception for at least eight hours a week.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Certificate for Veterinary Receptionists.

Who this course is for

The important role that veterinary receptionists play within the veterinary setting cannot be underestimated. Effective customer service combined with specialist knowledge of the record-keeping systems that support clinical services can make the all the difference to the customer experience and ensuing practice reputation. By choosing to study with The College of Animal Welfare - one of the largest providers of veterinary related training in the UK - you will be joining a community of like-minded students and staff, who all share a passion for animal welfare.

In addition to the academic theory you will gain from online study, an emphasis on practical experience (minimum 200 hours) means that you will increase your skills, knowledge and confidence in the veterinary receptionist role.

Entry requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements; however you should have a sound level of numeracy, literacy and ICT skills. You will need to be working, or volunteering, on reception in a veterinary practice, for a minimum of 8 hours per week, and have done so for at least three months before applying.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop customer service skills for a veterinary reception environment.
  • You'll learn how to manage clinical records and practice administration systems.
  • You'll build knowledge of veterinary terminology and practice procedures.
  • You'll understand how to handle client communications professionally.
  • You'll gain practical reception skills through a minimum of 200 hours in a veterinary setting.

How you will learn

All study takes place online through a virtual learning environment. You work through course materials at your own pace, supported by a distance learning tutor and a workplace mentor. The qualification includes a formal examination, which must be taken in person at one of the awarding body's approved centres. You will also complete a minimum of 200 hours of practical experience in a veterinary reception role.

What you will need to bring

You will need access to a computer or device with a reliable internet connection for online study. You must be working or volunteering in a veterinary reception for at least eight hours a week. The College of Animal Welfare will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Veterinary receptionist, the front-of-house role this qualification is designed for.
  • Veterinary practice administrator, handling bookings, records, and client communications.
  • Animal clinic receptionist, working in specialist or referral practices.
  • Receptionist in a veterinary charity or rescue organisation.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 qualifications in veterinary nursing or animal management, for those who want to move into clinical or supervisory roles.
  • Business administration qualifications at Level 3, useful if you want to move into practice management.
  • Customer service qualifications, which complement the receptionist skills gained on this course.

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