VT 100 Introduction to the Veterinary Profession & Veterinary Terminology
Entry level course designed to introduce students to the veterinary profession, the role of the assistant, and all members of the veterinary team. In addition, this course will provide students with a foundation in the language of veterinary medicine, focusing on prefixes, suffixes, word roots and their combining forms. Directional anatomy, body cavities, common abbreviations, pathology and surgical terms will be covered.
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Identify correct medical terms from definitions. Use proper medical terms within the context of veterinary records. Explain the role of a veterinary assistant. Define all members of the veterinary healthcare team.