MCCCD Program Description

Veterinary Technician Proficiency

Course: VET235

First Term: 2018 Fall

Lec + Lab 2.0 Credit(s) 2.0 Period(s) 2.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T Lab Load

Description: Review of pertinent subject matter in preparation for the Arizona State Veterinary Technician Examination and the Veterinary Technician National Examination. Guided review and discussion of exam application process. Review of student`s Veterinary Technology Student Essential and Recommended Skills to ensure completion for graduation as required by the American Veterinary Medical Association. May included field trips or guest lecturers.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe the testing format used by the Veterinary Technician National Examination and Arizona State Veterinary Technician Examination. (I) 2. Prepare an individual study plan in preparation for the Veterinary Technician National Examination and Arizona State Veterinary Technician Examination. (II) 3. Explain and summarize the skills necessary to be a Certified Veterinary Technician. (III, IV, V) 4. Apply strategies in preparing for the Veterinary Technician National Examination and Arizona State Veterinary Technician Examination. (II, IV) 5. Demonstrate veterinary technician skills have been evaluated as required by the American Veterinary Medical Association-Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (AVMA-CVTEA). (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Certification Examinations A. Time allotted B. Number of questions C. Distribution of questions D. Test strategies II. Study Plan A. Pre-test B. Pre-test analysis C. Individualized study timeline D. Study strategies III. Veterinary Technician National Examination A. Pharmacy and Pharmacology B. Surgical Nursing C. Dentistry D. Laboratory Procedures E. Animal Care and Nursing F. Diagnostic Imaging G. Anesthesia H. Emergency Medicine/Critical Care I. Pain Management/Analgesia J. Medical records management K. Other IV. Mock National Exam A. Strategies B. Completion V. AVMA-CVTEA Veterinary Technology Student Essential and Recommended Skills List

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: May 23, 2017

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