VET230 — Veterinary Tech Externship
Twelve-week practicum conducted off campus at two designated community locations. A clinical experience, following satisfactory completion of all veterinary technology courses, aimed at providing students the opportunity to apply and refine the skills developed during the program. Competency will be assessed in the following categories: radiology, surgical preparation and assisting, anesthesia, dental prophylaxis, clinical laboratory procedures, general nursing skills, practice management and client communication skills. Students must extern for a total of 240 hours during the summer. Students must provide proof of vaccination and health insurance. Students are responsible for transportation and housing arrangements.
Prerequisites: VET125, VET120, VET115, VET210, VET215, VET218, VET220, VET225, VET110, VET101, VET228