Veterinary Science - Preparing for Vet School
This course will give learners an overview of how to begin career prep for vet school & some career options in veterinary medicine. This course is inclusive & open to encourage all who aspire to become veterinarian. Career exploration.
What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. There will be some suggested activities that learners can do to help prepare for their future veterinary school applications. No required homework.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
This course will help learners to begin their path to veterinary college. No matter where you are in the world every community needs veterinary professionals. If this is your goal, this course will help you create a plan to achieve that goal. Learners are encouraged to ask questions and engage with the teacher in the online classroom or by private teacher message as they go through the course! Topics by week: see syllabus Learners will have the opportunity to ask questions and share any take always from the course in the online classroom during this course. There is no live meetings but the teacher will be happy to answer questions and share any information that is needed by students!
Learning Goals
Learners will have an overall understanding of what is needed and how to plan of a future in veterinary school.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Overview of Veterinary Career Path Options:
From private practice, shelter medicine, research and the federal government, veterinarians are needed to keep both animals and people healthy. The teacher will discuss some of these career paths to get your excitement growing.
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Giving Yourself the Best Chance of Being Admitted When You Apply:
This lesson will discuss how to prepare in high school and how to prepare as a college undergraduate. This will include topics such as; grades, prerequisites, majors, experience and more.
2 assignments
Lesson 3:
More Important Topics:
This lesson will discuss other considerations such as leadership skills, communication skills, letters of recommendation and standardized tests.
1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Frequented asked Questions and Funding Your Degree.
This lesson will review some frequently asked questions including how to fund a veterinary degree.
1 assignment
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine
Master's Degree in Education from Colorado State University
2 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Charter Oak State College
I have been a certified veterinary technician 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. I have also enjoyed teaching a variety of Veterinary Science programs for grades 3-5, 6-8, and high school summer programs in person and online.
I am also a homeschool mom! At home, my family has 2 mini horses, a Paint horse, 4 Nigerian dwarf goats, 6 chickens and 4 cats!
I am passionate about sharing my experience and love for animals and veterinary medicine with all learners from diverse backgrounds from all around the world! If your learner has a dream to be a veterinary professional, then I am excited to help them on this first step!
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Self-Paced Course
$19
weekly or $112 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 13-17