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In this 4-week course, topics such as basic math for pharmacology and the general drug groups will be discussed. Additionally, subjects include inventory management for pharmaceuticals, immunizations, prescriptions and labeling.
Note: Formerly called Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians |
Upon completion of this course the student will:- Label and dispense prescription medications
- Describe inventory control procedures for the veterinary hospital pharmacy
- Recognize general types and groups of drugs
- Discuss safety concerns related to pharmacy and pharmacology
- Be able to perform dosage calculations
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| This course does not require the purchase of outside materials - all course content is online. |
... The inventory portion and learning the different Body System Groupings were most beneficial, but I learned a lot about a small portion of the technicians job, so I can better understand and therefore become a better manager.
... i loved all the aspects of the course
... I liked the assignments and really enjoyed the discussion board. The assignments helped me refresh my knowledge in math and vocabulary and the discussion board assignments gave me a better perspective on how I can use my knowledge and share it with others.
... Everything was beneficial to me, it was a great learning experience.
..... I was forced to really go and look at many of the drugs on our shelves and ask questions of doctors and LVTs |
| VetMedTeam courses are asynchronous - they do not contain real time components. Students log in while a course is in session at times convenient to personal schedules. |
VetMedTeam courses do not contain real time sessions
Homework Assignments:
Worth 50% of your grade and must be posted in the course message boards.
Examination:
The course examination (not the Progress Check questions) is worth 25% of your grade. It is to be taken upon completion of all unit information in the course.
Weekly Instructor Lead Discussions:
Worth 25% of your grade. Your participation is required to successfully complete the course. |
| The average student spends 3 to 5 hours per week in order to complete all the mandatory requirements. |
| 15 RACE credits for technicians |
| Helen E. Roberts, DVM |
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Dr. Helen Roberts is the owner of Aquatic Veterinary Services of WNY and co-owns 5 Corners Animal Hospital in Orchard Park, NY. She has been in private small and exotic animal practice since receiving her DVM degree in 1990 from the University of Georgia. Dr Roberts is a member of several professional organizations and is currently serving as President of the Niagara Frontier Veterinary Society. She also serves as a committee member on the AVMA’s Aquaculture and Seafood Advisory Committee (ASAC).
Dr. Roberts has recently published an article on the diagnosis and treatment of fish ectoparasites in Exotic DVM and was just featured in “Fixing Nemo”, an article on fish veterinarians published in the New York Times Magazine last month. She also serves as the veterinary coordinator for SMART (Specialized Medical Assistance Response Team), a Bioterrorism and disaster aid organization.
In her spare time, Dr. Roberts enjoys photography and gardening. She has an 11,000 gallon Koi pond in her backyard, her own private oasis. Many other pets complete the “zoo”, including a rescue Am Staff, Anna, that has become a TDI certified therapy dog. Her photographs have won several awards in Koi shows and have been featured in a few professional journals. |
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| In addition, you many use your MERIAL® Rewards Visa® Prepaid Card to pay for courses. If you are not enrolled in the MERIAL Rewards program, ask your Merial Sales Representative or call 1-800-307-7000. If you do not have enough points and wish to supplement your payment with another card, please write to CE@VetMedTeam.com. |
* Course meets the requirements for indicated hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB's RACE approval; however, participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. (AAVSB means American Association of Veterinary State Boards)
++ This course has been submitted (but not yet approved) for the indicated hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB's RACE approval; however, participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Contact CE@VetMedTeam.com for further information.
More information regarding RACE may be found at www.aavsb.org. In addition you can obtain the contact information for your state to determine if they accept RACE online credits. Online courses are a great way to help meet continuing education goals!
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