Veterinary Assistant Module 1
Studies in Human Relations for Veterinary Assistants
• Human Relations Defined
• Foundations of Human Behavior
• The Process of Socialization
• Social Issues in the Workplace
• Attitudes for Human Relations Success
• Stress and Frustration
• Common Errors of Workplace Social Interaction
Veterinary Assistant Module 2
An Introduction to Veterinary Technology
• Restraint and Handling of Animals
• History and Physical Examination
• Diagnostic Sampling and Treatment Techniques
• Wound Healing, Wound Management, and Bandaging
• Basic Necropsy Procedures
• Clinical Pathology, Parasitology, and Clinical Microbiology
• Diagnostic Imaging and Veterinary Oncology
Veterinary Assistant Module 3
More Concepts of Veterinary Technology
• Preventive Health Programs
• Neonatal Care of Puppy, Kitten, and Foal
• Geriatric Care of Companion Animals
• Animal Behavior
• Companion Animal Clinical Nutrition
• Large Animal Clinical Nutrition
• Animal Reproduction
• Care of Birds, Reptiles, and Small Mammals
• Veterinary Anesthesia and Pain Management
• Pharmacology and Pharmacy
Veterinary Assistant Module 4
Further Techniques of Veterinary Technology
• Surgical Instruments and Aseptic Techniques
• Surgical Assistance and Suture Material
• Surgical and Medical Nursing of Small Animals
• Emergency Nursing
• Toxicology and Veterinary Dentistry
• Medical and Surgical Nursing of Equine and Food Animals
• Nursing Concepts in Alternative Medicine
• Veterinary Practice Management
• Medical Records
• Computer Applications in Veterinary Practice
• Zoonoses and Public Health
• Occupational Health and Safety in Veterinary Hospitals
• Euthanasia
• Client Bereavement and the Human-Animal Bond
• Stress and Substance Abuse in Practice
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Most veterinary technician jobs require individuals to have an associate's degree. Stratford's veterinary assistant course is a career training course and is not meant to replace veterinary technician jobs certification/training requirements.
We take great pride in providing you with the most up-to-date vterinary assistant textbooks and equipment. One or more of the above-mentioned subjects may, therefore, change if updating becomes necessary during the course of your verterinary assistant studies. The order in which the material is presented may vary.
This program is specifically designed to serve as an introduction or enhancement of the theoretical knowledge required for the vocational application of this subject. It is intended to help individuals in the furtherance of their vocational training and is not intended as a substitute for licensing or certification requirements, which may include an apprenticeship or additional training, as required by law.
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| "I thought this program was helpful and that it touched base with all the subjects that matter." — M.S. - Delaware |
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| "I liked the words of encouragement on my test results and that someone was always there to help me if I needed it." — N.E. - Illinois |
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