I was in an introductory one year course designed to teach students to assist Veterinarians and other Veterinary professionals in the many areas involving the care of animal patients. As a student I learned to work as a part of a team, to respect one another as well as the patients in the classroom, and to communicate effectively using proper terminology and self-confidence. Topics covered included basic first aid, medical terminology, professional and ethical standards of Veterinary medicine, handling and restraint, animal anatomy, diseases and treatments, and various related studies. Completing this course prepared students for full-time employment as a Kennel Attendant or Veterinary Assistant in a Veterinary hospital and established a foundation for the students to enter into the Community College System for an Associates Degree as a Licensed Veterinary Technician.