Veterinary Practice II

Catalog description

This Foundation Course builds on the knowledge and skills related to safety, handling and physical exam in dogs, cats, horses and cows, and surgical skills learned and practiced in VTMED 5701 (Foundation Course VIIa) and VTMED 5702 (Foundation Course VIIb). In addition, students are introduced to and have the opportunity to practice new basic clinical skills and surgical skills. The course also includes learning experiences that support the development of professional competencies, especially communication skills.Subsequent sections of Foundation Course VII will build on the foundation of physical exam, clinical skills, surgical skills and professional competencies provided in this course. In addition, the knowledge and skills learned, practiced and reinforced in this course will help students take full advantage of extra-curricular clinical opportunities during the academic year and breaks.