SPP-300 - Veterinary Assisting

Course Description

Learner Outcomes

• Explain the role and responsibilities of the veterinary assistant in the hierarchy of a veterinary clinic, hospital or shelter;
• Recognize various career pathways in veterinary medicine, write a cover letter and resume, implement job search strategies and use appropriate interviewing techniques;
• Explain the proper use of a microscope and identify different types of parasites as well as explain different function tests used in the animal hospital laboratory;
• Identify the parts of a cell and the organ functions of the canine, feline, and other small animals;
• Demonstrate proper small animal restraint methods, appropriate setup and cleaning of the exam room, the maintenance and classification of drugs, and radiograph processing techniques.
• Identify equipment used in IV catheterization, catheter placement sites, and surgical trays;
• Demonstrate the ability to properly dispense and administer oral medications and nutritional foods;
• Perform appropriate techniques involved with bathing, dipping, and grooming, fecal and heartworm exams, collecting urine samples, dental care, sanitizing exam and operating rooms, cages, and kennels;
• Perform correct procedures for labeling drugs and radiographs, filling radiographs, setting radiograph machines and positioning animals for x-rays;
• Explain and perform correct procedures for setting up the appropriate medical equipment, drugs, nd supplies associated with an emergency crash cart.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Veterinary Assisting : Open Enrollment