Mar 28, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

AAL 3005 - Veterinary Assisting I- Animal Care and Nursing



Clock Hours: 30

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
Understand the role of the Veterinary Assistant and health care team.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Course Competencies:

Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

  1. Patient safety and nutrition
    1. Promote patient and provider safety.
    2. Demonstrate proper handling techniques.
    3. Demonstrate proper restraint techniques.
    4. Identify basic nutritional concepts that contribute to the health of the animal
  2. Client Management
    1. Demonstrate caring and professional behavior to patients healthcare teams
    2. Develop communication and customer service skills.
    3. Describe the roles and responsibilities of each member of the veterinary team in the delivery of excellent care.
    4. Adhere to professional standards regarding patient information.
    5. Identify how ethical and legal issues impact patient care outcomes and the healthcare team. Understand the importance of pet insurance.
  3. Patient Management
    1. Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret health record documentation.
    2. Develop skills for data collection and interpretation.
    3. Demonstrate basic exam room procedures.
    4. Understand the basic zoonotic and communicable diseases