Mission Statement & Vision
Metropolitan Veterinary Academy's mission is to build essential skills, knowledge, and professionalism to prepare graduates for a career in the veterinary field. Through a comprehensive learning experience, MVA exposes students to a variety of real-world cases in a working specialty hospital, providing opportunities to gain hands-on experience and insight into diverse veterinary practices. The combination of practical and professional skills gained by students enables graduates to enter the workforce with the confidence necessary to contribute to the veterinary field, the well-being of animals, and the advancement of veterinary care.
Our History
In 1968, modeled after the human medical concept, Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital opened its doors in Akron, Ohio and was established with a goal in mind — to provide necessary advanced care options for your animals, including 24-hour emergency and specialty care.
During 2022 Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital opened its second location offering the same services as what originated in Akron; specialty services and 24-hour emergency room access. location in Highland Heights, Ohio.
In September 2022, Metropolitan Veterinary Academy (MVA) was approved by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools. MVA educates students in veterinary assistant skills in both a classroom and clinical setting.
Our Veterinary Hospital,
Your Campus
MVA Veterinary Assistant diploma program is housed within Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital's Highland Heights (Ohio) location. Our hospital is designed with a human medical model in mind, offering a 24-hour emergency department along with several specialty departments, including cardiology, ophthalmology, oncology, internal medicine, neurology/neurosurgery, surgery (soft-tissue & orthopedic), critical care, and an in-house blood bank. Metropolitan is dedicated to providing the gold standard of medicine for both our patients and future veterinary professionals. Join us in shaping the future of veterinary medicine!
Our Veterinary Assistant program offers students an exceptional chance to bridge classroom knowledge with hands-on experience in our 24-hour veterinary emergency room and specialty hospital. After completing the theoretical coursework, you'll engage in an externship right here in the hospital, allowing you to refine your skills in a real-world setting. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you'll delve into essential topics such as veterinary office procedures, animal handling, medical terminology, and advanced imaging. With your diploma in hand, you'll be well-equipped to assist veterinarians and other clinical team members.