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Biology Veterinary / Vet Assistant Part 1 (Of 2)

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Ages 13-17
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This 28 lesson semester course (pt 1 of 2) is for learners focused on a career in veterinary medicine (veterinarian, technician, assistant.) Excellent for homeschool / middle school / career prep / career exploration!
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What's included

28 pre-recorded lessons
14 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Students will receive a full syllabus with all assignment and quiz due dates.
Assessment
Learner progress will be assessed by video, unit quizzes and a final exam.
Certificate of Completion
Grades will be provided and will be based on quizzes and the final exam. A grade of 70% will be required to enroll in the second semester Veterinary Assistant course.

Class Experience

Beginner - Advanced Level
Your learner will receive a pre-recorded lessons each week based on the day of the week that you sign up for. They can do the lessons whenever you have time during the week!


This course is for learners who are focusing on a career in veterinary medicine. This is part 1 of a 2 semester veterinary assistant course. No background knowledge is required to join this class, but it is a rigorous course. 

The curriculum is designed based on the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) approved veterinary assistant program’s essential skills list. This course is NOT however, affiliated with NAVTA nor does it qualify learners to sit for the NAVTA AVA exam. With that said, there are currently no certification requirements to work as a veterinary assistant. 

The curriculum is a comprehensive look into the subjects that a new veterinary assistant will need to begin their career. This is also a great stepping stone for learners who intend to become veterinary technicians or veterinarians. 

This part 1 course will consist of 2 recorded videos with lecture, discussion, and demonstrations of practical hands on skills. Learners will be asked to record themselves doing certain skills and sharing them with the teacher for feedback. This course will NOT use live animals for practice.  Any hands on animal handling skills must be practiced on stuffed animals. (Suggested models can be provided by the instructor, but any stuffed cat and a medium to large stuffed dog are fine to use. These will be used in both semester 1 and 2.) 

Worksheets, and projects will be available in some units but not required to be turned in for grading. There will be a graded quiz for each unit and a graded final exam at the end of the course. 

A full syllabus will be available when the course begins and will include reading assignments, assigned videos, projects/practical assignments, and quiz dates. 


Some topics in this course and part two have been discussed in some of our Advanced Vet Science series, however this course will go into more detail or cover different aspects and there will be more practical skills and assessments. 

Grades will be provided. A 70% or higher will be required to take Veterinary / Vet Assistant part 2. 

THIS COURSE DOES NOT PREPARE LEARNERS TO DIAGNOSE OR TREAT ANY ANIMALS. THE INSTRUCTOR WILL NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS SPECIFIC TO YOUR PETS. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL VETERINARIAN FOR ADVICE ON YOUR OWN ANIMALS.

Learning Goals

Students will learn the basics of what a veterinary assistant needs for knowledge and hands on skills to start at a veterinary practice.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
28 Lessons
over 14 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Course Introduction
 Review of requirements, and expectations for the course. Human Animal Bond will be discussed.. 
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Veterinary Terminology 1
 Medical terminology and how to practice 
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Veterinary Terminology 2
 Prefixes, suffixes, roots, directional terms 
1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Front Desk Etiquette 1
 Front desk and communication 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Along with the pre-recorded lessons, additional safely imbedded, carefully selected YouTube video links will be provided.
Supply List
Text required- Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant 2nd Edition 
ISBN -13 - 978-1119565314

Stuffed Cat 
Stuffed Dog - medium to large size 
Stethoscope 
Notebook or App for note taking
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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
Hi! I am Denise, the owner of Future Vet  & Animal Science Academy. I have been a certified veterinary technician for more than 30 years in a mixed animal practice that also sees exotics and injured wildlife. I 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 and universities in Veterinary Assistant Programs, an Equine Studies program and a variety of Veterinary Science programs for grades 3-5, 6-8, and high school. 

Along with all that I am also a homeschool mom! At home, my family has 2 mini horses, a Paint horse, 4 Nigerian dwarf goats, 4 chickens and 4 indoor kitties! 

I am passionate about sharing my experience and love for animals and veterinary medicine with others! 

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