Veterinary assistants need knowledge in the following areas:

• Customer and Personal Service: Providing special services to customers based on their needs.
• English Language: The meaning and use of the English language.
• Biology: Cells, plants, and animals and how they function.
• Clerical: General office work such as filling and storing information.
• Medicine and Dentistry: Injuries and illnesses and plans for treatment.
• Computers and Electronics: Computer hardware and software.