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Animal Clinic Externship 3

Familiarize the student with the veterinary technician’s responsibilities in the day to day operation of private /non private practices. Students spend a time at private/non private practices observing in the areas of general facility management, anesthesia, routine treatments, radiology, laboratory procedures and surgery. As a result of observation of the veterinary technician in a practical applied atmosphere, students will become more familiar with the scope of the veterinary technician as a professional member of the veterinary team. Prerequisite: VET202 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.

Subject Code: VET

Course Number: 203

Credits: 1

Lab Hours: 3

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the characteristics of a quality employee (good attendance, punctual, motivated, positive attitude, good judgment).
2. Apply knowledge of didactic and hands-on learning from the classroom to medical cases, laboratory procedures or client interaction at the externship site.
3. Protect the confidentiality of client and patient information.
4. Interact professionally with clients or staff members in the work environment.

Effective Term: Fall 2020

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