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Biology - Advanced Vet / Veterinary Science 3 (13-18yrs)

This vet science course, will explore topics relating to the vet laboratory & surgery in a small animal (cats & dogs)practice. Great for learners who love animals, biology, zoology & for future veterinarians! Great for homeschool!
Future Vet & Animal Science Academy (veterinary)
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What's included

10 live meetings
8 hrs 20 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Carefully selected videos on the topic of the week will be posted in the online classroom the day after class for additional learning on the topic of the week. These are not required, but are recommended.
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

Intermediate - Advanced Level
** Please note:  if there is no section of this class scheduled, or one that fits your schedule and your learner has taken the Advanced Vet 1, you may enroll them in any Advanced Vet class 2-6. They do not need to be taken in order, they are only different topics.

*** There are also self-paced options of Advanced Vet 2-5 classes! 

This course will explore topics in veterinary science related to the veterinary laboratory and small animal surgery. 

In class PowerPoints and discussions will be supplemented with some in class and outside of class projects and videos. Learners should have taken my Introduction to Veterinary Medicine class or have some basic knowledge of veterinary science. Taking Advanced Vet 1 prior to this course is strongly recommended, but not required. 

Miss Denise’s Teaching Style:
My teaching style is caring and relaxed. I am passionate about sharing veterinary science with learners of all abilities from all over the world! I am happy to provide additional support if needed. I am excited to help learners reach their goal to work with animals or to become a veterinary assistant, technician, or veterinarian! 

My mission is to share my experience and love for animals and veterinary medicine with others! I am excited to help your learner reach their goals! 

Please message me if you have any questions. I sincerely look forward to working with your learner!

This class is not teaching medical advice and students are not qualified or encouraged to practice on live animals. The teacher will not be providing any medical advice. If you have questions about your own pets, please contact your local veterinarian.

Learning Goals

Learners will develop an understanding of the steps taken with a pet who is undergoing a surgical procedure.
Learners will be able to identify some common external parasites that affect cats and dogs.
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Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
10 Lessons
over 10 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Laboratory - External Parasites
 In this lesson we will continue out study of parasites from Advanced Vet 2. (It is ok if the learner did not attend Advanced Vet 2, they will be able to follow along.) We will discuss external parasites that are common for cats and dogs. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Laboratory - Hematology and Ear Cytology
 In this lesson we will learn about how veterinary lab technicians/ veterinarians collect blood samples, hw samples are stored and a variety of tests that may be done on blood samples. Learners will also learn how to make blood slides (with fake blood) and what they look like under the microscope. Ear cytology slides will also be discussed. (see supplies list) 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Surgical Equipment and Instruments
 In this lesson learners will become familiar with common equipment, supplies and instruments used in veterinary surgery. Equipment will include the anesthesia machine, surgical monitors, drapes, suture and a variety of surgical instruments. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Surgical Prep of the Patient
 Learners will be introduced to the protocols and steps used in preparing a patient for surgery. We will discuss how a patient is put under anesthesia, surgical site prep, and getting the patient ready on the surgery table. The teacher will demonstrate surgical site scrubbing technique and learners will practice in class. (see supplies list) 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This course is about hematology, parasites and surgery. Discussions will be around surgery and some photos will be shown that will show a surgical incisions, or some blood. These will not be graphic, but learners should be aware.
Supply List
Lesson 2 - new microscope slides and "fake blood" (I use gel food coloring, but halloween fake blood, or even ketchup will work!) 

Lesson 3 - needed for "instrument book" after class project- ability to print several pages from a document provided, notebook or large index cards (to create book), tape/glue/scissors

Lesson 4 - a "patient" to scrub ( ideas : a squash, cucumber, plastic doll- must be able to get wet.) a very small bowl of soapy water and one of clean water, paper towels, (and gauze squares if possible no need to buy them if you don't have them, just cut up some paper towel squares)

Lesson 5 - gloves with a long enough wrist to be able to make a cuff. (can be plastic, or knitted) 
 
Lesson 9- a cloth napkin or piece of fabric that is a similar size, 6-8 pieces of flatware/silverware, making tape (scotch tape ok if needed)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • Youtube
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Teacher expertise and credentials
New York Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Doreen Rose
New York Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Doreen Rose
New York Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Doreen Rose
New York Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Doreen Rose
Master's Degree in Secondary Education from Dowling College
Doreen Rose
Master's Degree in Education from Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine
Denise Champagne CVT, M.Ed, MVEd
Master's Degree in Education from Colorado State University
Denise Champagne CVT, M.Ed, MVEd
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Eastern Illinois University
Amy Rovtar Payne
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Arizona State University
Doreen Rose
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Arizona State University
Doreen Rose
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Charter Oak State College
Denise Champagne CVT, M.Ed, MVEd
I have been a certified veterinarytechnician for more than 30 years, have a MEd from Colorado State University and a Master of Veterinary Education (MVEd) from Lincoln Memorial University’s School of Veterinary Medicine.  

I have been teaching  at local colleges in veterinary Assistant Programs, and an Equine Studies program as well as a variety of Veterinary Science programs for grades 3-5, 6-8, and high school.

 I am also a homeschool mom! At home, my family has an American Paint Horse,  2 mini horses, 4 Nigerian dwarf goats, 9 chickens and 4 cats!  I am passionate about sharing my experience and love for animals and veterinary medicine with others! 

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weekly
1x per week, 10 weeks
50 min

Completed by 23 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
3-8 learners per class

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