Animal Clinic Externship 2
Familiarize the student with the veterinary technician’s responsibilities in the day-to-day operation of private /non private practices. Students spend 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: VET201 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher or BIO124, BIOLB4, VET223, and VETLB3 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher. Corequisites: VET 234, VET LB4, VET 245, VET LB5, VET 246 and VET LB6.
Subject Code: VET
Course Number: 202
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 2025
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