VAT 103 - Animal Care

Institution:

Jefferson College

Subject:

Description:

Prerequisite: None Animal Care introduces the student to techniques in basic handling and restraint needed to assist the veterinarian or veterinary technician in various clinical situations. The student is instructed in recognition of vital signs of animals and infectious diseases that cause deviation of these signs. Also included are tasks specific to veterinary assistants that include bathing and grooming, wound care, prescription filling, and basic nutrition. A laboratory session provides hands-on animal experience and practice of various techniques relevant to the profession of veterinary assistant. (D)

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jeffco.edu

Phone Number:

(636) 797-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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