Course Description
This course is designed for students who have previously taken the Veterinary Assisting course
and wish to further their education and training in the veterinary field. The Veterinary
Technician course expands student knowledge, reinforces skills previously learned, and builds
proficiency in highly scientific areas, such as pharmacology, anesthesiology, radiology and
imaging, fluid therapy, and critical care nursing.
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Core Standards of the Course
Standard 02-0235-01
Students will understand the role of FFA/HOSA in Agricultural Education.
Objective 02-0235-0101
Students will explain the purpose of leadership opportunities associated with FFA/HOSA
Objective 02-0235-0102
Students will have the opportunity to participate in both veterinarian-related and leadership events with FFA/HOSA
Objective 02-0235-0103
Students will understand the professionalism requirements related to FFA/HOSA participation.
Objective 02-0235-0104
Students will be able to describe how FFA/HOSA develops leadership skills, personal growth, and career success.
Objective 02-0235-0105
Students will understand the history and organization of FFA/HOSA.
Standard 02-0235-02
Students will participate in a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program.
Objective 02-0235-0201
Students will develop an understanding of the interrelationship of the veterinary team as a unit and will function as an effective, professional member of the team throughout the externship experience.
Objective 02-0235-0202
Students will demonstrate excellent decision-making abilities as they evaluate patient needs and determine the best way to meet those needs.
Objective 02-0235-0203
Students will demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care throughout the externship experience.
Objective 02-0235-0204
Students will exhibit appropriate confidentiality practices as they work with clients and patients during the externship experience.
Objective 02-0235-0205
Students will develop excellent professionalism, work skills, and work habits during the externship experience.
Objective 02-0235-0206
Students will learn how to appropriately manage a veterinary office.
Objective 02-0235-0207
Students will develop an understanding of how to manage inventory in a veterinary office.
Standard 02-0235-03
Students will demonstrate the ability to provide safe and appropriate care of animals, to include small, large, exotic and laboratory animals.
Objective 02-0235-0301
Students will further develop and refine animal-care skills that were taught during the Veterinary Assisting program.
Objective 02-0235-0302
Students will further develop assessment skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to evaluate patient needs and develop a safe, effective plan of care.
Objective 02-0235-0303
Advanced students will demonstrate their technical and clinical skills, as well as their communication and leadership abilities, as they assist in teaching veterinary assisting skills to first-year students.
Standard 02-0235-04
Students will exhibit an understanding of pharmacological principles as they demonstrate the ability to calculate dosages, safely administer medications, and monitor patient outcomes.
Objective 02-0235-0401
Students will demonstrate knowledge of and ability to follow safe practices related to medication administration.
Objective 02-0235-0402
Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret medication orders and follow them as ordered.
Objective 02-0235-0403
Students will become familiar with the generic and brand names of various drugs.
Objective 02-0235-0404
Students will have knowledge of the drug categories and what drugs are commonly found in those categories.
Objective 02-0235-0405
Students will be able to accurately calculate dosages and know how to administer medications by parenteral, enteral, topical and other routes.
Objective 02-0235-0406
Students will verbalize an understanding of how to maximize the therapeutic benefit of medications, while minimizing the potential for adverse effects.
Objective 02-0235-0407
Students will apply their knowledge of anatomy and physiology principles as they evaluate how medications will affect various body systems.
Objective 02-0235-0408
Students will demonstrate the ability to properly educate clients about medications.
Objective 02-0235-0409
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the regulations governing the use of controlled substances.
Objective 02-0235-0410
Students will demonstrate compliance with all regulatory guidelines related to drug purchase, storage, administration, disposal, and inventory control.
Standard 02-0235-05
Students will assist with surgical procedures, further developing the skills gained during the Veterinary Assisting program.
Objective 02-0235-0501
Students will demonstrate an understanding of surgical and aseptic principles.
Objective 02-0235-0502
Students will be skilled in passing and utilizing surgical instruments.
Objective 02-0235-0503
Students will demonstrate the ability to assist with surgical procedures, from the pre-operative through the post-operative stage.
Standard 02-0235-06
Students will demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively manage patients from pre-anesthesia to anesthesia recovery.
Objective 02-0235-0601
Students will demonstrate the ability to follow safe practices related to anesthesia administration.
Objective 02-0235-0602
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the use and maintenance of anesthesia machines.
Objective 02-0235-0603
Students will demonstrate the ability to calculate dosages of appropriate anesthetic-related drugs.
Objective 02-0235-0604
Students will be able to utilize their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to evaluate the possible effects of anesthesia on the patient.
Objective 02-0235-0605
Students will demonstrate the ability to administer anesthetic-related drugs by injection and inhalation techniques.
Objective 02-0235-0606
Students will demonstrate the ability to monitor patients while under anesthesia.
Objective 02-0235-0607
Students will demonstrate the ability to provide post-operative patient care.
Objective 02-0235-0608
Students will demonstrate effective trouble shooting skills, for both machine and patient problems that may arise.
Objective 02-0235-0609
Students will be able to compare anesthesia requirements and concerns in various species of animals.
Standard 02-0235-07
Students will be able to safely and effectively produce radiographs and alternative images.
Objective 02-0235-0701
Students will demonstrate knowledge of and ability to follow safe practices related to radiology and imaging procedures.
Objective 02-0235-0702
Students will implement radiographic quality control measures.
Objective 02-0235-0703
Students will demonstrate the ability to correctly position animals for imaging procedures.
Objective 02-0235-0704
Students will exhibit an understanding of animal anatomy as they implement radiographic and imaging procedures.
Objective 02-0235-0705
Students will demonstrate the ability to accurately utilize ultrasonography, digital, and endoscopic equipment.
Objective 02-0235-0706
Students will accurately demonstrate developing techniques for both manual and automatic processors.
Objective 02-0235-0707
Students will demonstrate the ability to utilize table-top and portable radiography machines.
Objective 02-0235-0708
Students will demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot as problems arise.
Standard 02-0235-08
Students will demonstrate the ability to safely and effectively provide fluid therapy.
Objective 02-0235-0801
Students will demonstrate the correct placement of peripheral and central line IV catheters.
Objective 02-0235-0802
Students will properly maintain and care for IV catheters.
Objective 02-0235-0803
Students will be able to correctly calculate fluid needs and drip rates based on dehydration status.
Objective 02-0235-0804
Students will be able to describe the use of the various fluids used for fluid therapy and delivery systems.
Objective 02-0235-0805
Students will correctly demonstrate how to administer fluids.
Objective 02-0235-0806
Students will identify the clinical symptoms of fluid overload and know the proper treatment of this condition.
Standard 02-0235-09
Students will demonstrate an ability to evaluate the patient?s condition and provide critical care nursing, as needed.
Objective 02-0235-0901
Students will apply acquired knowledge of anatomy and physiology as they evaluate patient condition.
Objective 02-0235-0902
Students will demonstrate an understanding of medical terminology relating to medical records.
Objective 02-0235-0903
Students will demonstrate knowledge of emergency protocols and implement them, as needed.
Objective 02-0235-0904
Students will demonstrate proficiency at performing triage, CPR, and first aid.
Objective 02-0235-0905
Students will demonstrate an understanding of concepts and the ability to perform skills related to the following types of emergencies: Respiratory Emergencies, Gastrointestinal Emergencies, Musculoskeletal Emergencies, Metabolic and Endocrine Emergencies, Neurological Emergencies, Toxicological Emergencies, Cardiology Emergencies (ECGs)
Objective 02-0235-0906
Students will demonstrate an understanding of appropriate nutritional needs for the critical patient.
Objective 02-0235-0907
Students will maintain emergency supplies
Objective 02-0235-0908
Students will have an understanding of the physical therapy techniques used in neurological and musculoskeletal disorders.
Objective 02-0235-0909
Students will demonstrate an understanding of appropriate critical care nursing by analyzing case studies and identifying the appropriate treatment.
Standard 02-0235-10
Students will express an understanding of veterinary laws and ethics.
Objective 02-0235-1001
Students will understand the laws that govern veterinary medicine.
Objective 02-0235-1002
Students will recognize the legality of the veterinary-client-patient relationship.
Objective 02-0235-1003
Students will be able to identify the various associations available in the veterinary field.
Objective 02-0235-1004
Students will demonstrate an understanding of veterinary laws and ethics by analyzing case studies and identifying how laws and rules apply to these cases.
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