Introduction to the Profession of Veterinary Medicine

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This course is designed to give students an overview of veterinary medicine from its origin to the present time. The course will include, but not be limited to: professionalism, legal and ethical aspects of veterinary practice, regulatory and government bodies, safety, sanitation and waste-disposal protocols, the human-animal bond, animal welfare, animal abuse, breeds of companion animals, professional associations, credentialing, roles of the veterinary team members, and careers. Note: this course is required for entrance into the professional Veterinary Biomedical Technology program.