Program Overview

Program Overview

The Freie Universitðt Berlin offers a training program for veterinary assistants (m/f/d), which is a veterinary medical assistant profession.

Program Description

Veterinary assistants assist veterinary doctors in the examination, treatment, and care of animals, as well as in the consultation of animal owners. They also perform organizational and administrative tasks.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can find employment in various settings, including:

• Veterinary practices and animal clinics
• Veterinary laboratories
• Zoos
• animal shelters
• Animal husbandry
• Medical research
• Health and veterinary institutions and organizations

Program Details

• Duration: 3 years
• Start: September 1st
• Training: Practical training takes place at one of the following clinics: Clinic for Horses, Small and Pet Clinic, or Farm Animal Clinic
• Remuneration:
  • 1st year: 1,236.82
  • 2nd year: 1,290.96
  • 3rd year: 1,340.61
• Benefits:
  • Annual special payment
  • Capital-forming benefits and additional allowances
  • 30 days of vacation
  • Subsidy for the Germany Ticket Job and VBB company ticket
  • Free work clothing
  • 400 bonus upon successful completion of the training program
  • Reimbursement of most school book costs

Admission Requirements

• Qualification: Secondary school leaving certificate
• Personal Qualities:
  • Motivation and willingness to learn
  • Reliability and sense of responsibility
  • Teamwork and communication skills
  • Good comprehension and expression
  • Initiative and flexibility

Diversity and Equal Opportunities

The Freie Universitðt Berlin values diversity and offers an environment where everyone feels welcome, regardless of their background, gender, or life situation. Applications from people with disabilities are explicitly encouraged and will be given priority consideration if they have the same qualifications as other applicants.