How long does veterinary assistant training take near Oak Creek?

Veterinary assistant certificate programs near Oak Creek typically take 6 to 12 months of full-time study, while associate degree programs generally run about 2 years. Actual completion time depends on schedule (full-time vs. part-time) and any prerequisite coursework.

How much do veterinary assistants earn in Wisconsin?

According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), veterinary assistants in Wisconsin earned a median annual wage of approximately $36,850. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $30,400 to $45,630 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

How many veterinary assistant schools are near Oak Creek?

Milwaukee County reports approximately 60 veterinary assistant related establishments employing about 900 workers (BLS QCEW, 2024). Compare the schools listed above for tuition, duration, and credential alignment with the local employer base.

Best Veterinary Assistant Programs in Oak Creek, Wisconsin (2026)

Updated May 26, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Veterinary assistant training in Oak Creek, Wisconsin prepares students for entry-level work across the wider Wisconsin labor market. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $36,850 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Oak Creek Quick Facts

Metric	Value	Source
State median annual wage	$36,850	BLS OEWS, May 2025
State employment	2,200 workers	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Milwaukee County establishments	60	BLS QCEW, 2024
Milwaukee County industry employment	900	BLS QCEW, 2024
Milwaukee County unemployment rate	3.7%	BLS LAUS, 2024
Wisconsin location quotient	0.92	BLS OEWS, May 2025

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What You’ll Find Below

The school listings below are sorted by proximity to Oak Creek. Each entry includes the school name, address, and the credentials offered. Use the Milwaukee County and Wisconsin figures above as a reference point when comparing program length, schedule, and tuition.

Vet Assistant Schools near Oak Creek

No schools in our database within 250 miles. If this is a mistake, contact us.

U.S. Median Pay $38,150 $18.34 per hour

Job Outlook 8.7% 10,300 jobs (2024–2034)
22,200 openings/yr

Popular Online Programs In Wisconsin

Veterinary-Assistant Salary in U.S.

Median Salary $38,150 $18.34/hr

Average Salary $40,340 $19.39/hr

Salary Range

$30,120 10th pctl

$38,150 Median

$49,150 90th pctl

10th Percentile $30,120 $14.48/hr

25th Percentile $35,660 $17.15/hr

75th Percentile $45,710 $21.98/hr

90th Percentile $49,150 $23.63/hr

Employment & Outlook

Total Employed126,580

Growth (2024-2034)8.7%

Annual Openings22,200

Jobs per 1,0000.8

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